The Eldersburg Wal Mart store was evacuated for a brief time, Tuesday June 19, when several employees complained of a burning sensation in their eyes, throats and skin.
Sykesville firefighters were dispatched to the store on Liberty Road at approximately 3:30pm, along with units from Gamber, Winfield, Baltimore County and the Carroll County Hazardous Materials Team. Baltimore County's Haz Mat team was also special-requested to the scene. Arriving firefighters made a quick check of the store and noticed the same burning sensation the employees reported. The store was evacuated and secured for the arrival of the haz mat team.
Haz Mat crews entered the store, but the odor had dissipated, and air quality readings were in the normal range. The all-clear was given at approximately 6:45, and the store was reopened.
Seven store employees were evaluated by EMS crews, but refused treatment or transport to the hospital. No one else was injured.
Our thanks to all of the mutual aid companies who responded, and for the patience and cooperation of the Wal Mart management, employees and customers during the incident.
Winfield Engine 141, Paramedic 149; Gamber Engine 134, LS 13, Paramedic 139; Liberty Road Engine 461; Baltimore County Engine 18; Haz Mat 114; Carroll County Haz Mat 30
The Eldersburg Wal Mart was evacuated for three hours
Engine 124
Engine 124 supplying the sprinkler connection
Engine 124, Liberty Road Engine 461 to the rear
Ladder 12 accesses the roof
Baltimore County Engine 18
The command post at Duty 12
Staging and standing by...
Baltimore County Haz Mat 114 (all photos by Lt. Ryan Dyson)
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