NEW ALBANY, Ind. (WDRB) -- A dark yellow plume of smoke was released into the air after a chemical leak in New Albany, Indiana, on Thursday.
The leak took place shortly before 3 p.m. at Blue Grass Chemical Specialties. The plant had similar leaks in March and June.
According to the Floyd County Health Department, the release was NOx (oxides of nitrogen) and a shelter in place was made to the surrounding area.
The release stopped at 3:40 p.m. and the all-clear was given at 4:15 p.m.
The health department said regulatory agencies and IDEM have been notified of the chemical release.
No injuries were reported.
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