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| NRC Case #: | 021-97 |
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| INSUM #: | One |
| Occurence Date: | 13 June, 1997 |
| Location: | Baton Rouge, LA |
| Source: | Barge PVS-103 |
| Material: | Hydrochloric Acid |
| Severity: | Major |
| Quantity Discharged: | Unknown |
| Quantity in Water: | Unknown |
| Body of Water Affected: | Mississippi River |
| Federal On-Scene Coordinator: | MSO New Orleans, LA |
SITUATION: On Friday June 13, 1997, the potential for a major spill occurred when a cylindrical tank on the barge PVS-103 containing 141,120 gallons of hydrochloric acid was holed. The Mississippi River was closed between miles 228 and 222 at 6:47 AM, and reopened at 1:25 PM. Air monitoring levels are 0 ppm at the riverbank and 15 ppm near the bottom of the hopper. The two inch hole in the barge will be patched and the barge will be moved down river to off-load remaining product. CASE PENDS.