Travel Restricted For Hazmat Situation In Juniata

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A hazmat situation caused the Philadelphia Fire Department to restrict travel in an area located in the city's Juniata section on Thursday night.

Authorities say that around 6:30 p.m., a hazmat situation took place inside a building on the 3600 block of G Street. The building was evacuated and no injuries were reported.

Officials say that personnel on scene were taking precautions in the event that a large tank, which was leaking a chemical substance outside of the facility, would potentially explode. Crews worked to shut off pressure to the tank.

Shortly after 9:00 p.m., the Philadelphia Fire Department closed down the 3600 block of G Street, between Venango and Erie, to people and vehicles.

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