An acid spill on Main Street in Miami prompts a hazmat response.

 

At around 8pm last night, emergency crews in Miami were called to the 600 Block of North Main Street after a smoking substance was reported in the roadway. Officers from the Miami Police Department set up a perimeter around the area, which covered about 50 feet of the road. Main Street was also closed to traffic. Miami Fire responded as well to clean up the material. It was discovered that the spill was caused by a small, leaking container of muriatic acid. About 1/12 gallon of the acid spilled on the highway. Muriatic acid is also known as hydrochloric acid and is classified as a strong acid. It is often used for water and wastewater treatment or to clean masonry. The acid can be purchased at hardware stores.

 

The spill was quickly cleaned up and the road was reopened. No injuries were reported.

 

Photo courtesy of the City of Miami