Hazmat training at pulp mill preps response for all hazards

Michael Hall, The Brunswick News, Ga.
·3 min read

Dec. 9—A chlorine dioxide "leak," a practice exercise Thursday at GP Cellulose, prompted the evacuation of workers Thursday.

The Glynn County and Brunswick fire departments worked with the plant's Emergency Operations Team to mitigate the negative circumstances of the leak and to ensure the workers' and the community's safety.

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