Pt. Judith Anhydrous Ammonia Release; Pt. Judith, RI
Pt. Judith, RI | 2008-Feb-10
Initial Notification: NOAA was notified by the USCG Sector Southern New England this morning of an anhydrous ammonia release from a fish processing plant refrigeration unit in Point Judith, RI. The system contained 600 pounds of anhydrous ammonia. A plan employee noticed "smoke" coming from the unit and make local notifications. The electricity to the unit was cut, a local Hazmat Unit responded, and an area about 0.3 miles around the facility was evacuated (this is the ERB recommended distance). NOAA supplied chemistry support and agreed with the actions taken thus far.
Incident Details
| Primary threat: | Chemical |
| Products of concern: | Anhydrous ammonia |
| Total amount at risk of spill: | 600 pounds |
| Latitude (approximate): | 41° 22.79′ North |
| Longitude (approximate): | 71° 30.81′ West |