BERGEN, N.Y. (WKBW) — A shelter-in-place advisory has been issued for Bergen due to a reported hazardous materials leak.
The announcement was made in a post on the Genesee County, NY Facebook page just before 12:45 p.m. on Wednesday.
According to the post, the shelter-in-place advisory was issued for the area around 15 Church Street due to a reported hazardous materials leak and Bergen Fire, the Genesee County Hazmat Team, and Mercy Medic 1 were responding.
The post said residents in the area should:
- Stay indoors
- Close all windows and doors
- Turn off air conditioners and ventilation systems
- Keep pets inside
- Avoid the area and allow emergency crews to work
In response to a comment asking if there was a radius for the affected area, the county said, "Currently, this advisory covers the entire Village of Bergen. Officials say a 1/2-mile radius around 15 Church St, but with wind, it could be farther."
In an update around 2:30 p.m., the county said, "DEC on location, EPA enroute as of 2:30. More updates to follow."
