Lakeville Mercury Spill Causes Dangerous Fumes
A broken thermometer and a report of spilled mercury drew Lakeville firefighters to a Hemlock Shores Road home on Sunday afternoon.
A Tier 1 HazMat response was requested, and members of the District 1 Response Team arrived. Technicians utilized a device to detect any mercury vapor on the body and clothes of the resident, but found none. The person then waited inside their vehicle, the Lakeville Fire Department said on Facebook.
Responders entered the home with protective equipment and conducted an assessment. They did find unsafe levels of mercury vapor present in the house. The team then used used sponges, a vacuum, and ventilation to remove all mercury and fumes. Efforts continued until there was no trace of mercury vapor in the home.