UPDATE: A spokesperson for the arsenal says the spill happened in a lab environment in Building 4500. They say no one was hurt, and there is no damage.<\/p>\n
The Redstone Arsenal Fire Department is handling the spill and has secured the scene. We're told an official statement will be released this afternoon.<\/p>\n
Officials say precautions are being taken in the area to ensure the safety and security of workers. The shelter in place order has been lifted, and Martin Road is reopened.<\/p>\n
FROM EARLIER:<\/p>\n
A chemical spill is reported Wednesday around 11:15 a.m. on Redstone Arsenal.<\/p>\n
The spill is in the area of Building 4500 on Martin Road, near Marshall Space Flight Center. A quarter of a mile radius is closed off.<\/p>\n
People in Building 4500, theRedstone Test Center, are ordered to shelter in place.Martin Road is closed, and people should avoid the area.<\/p>\n
Stay with WAAY 31 on air and online for updates.<\/p>\n
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