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Homes Evacuated In Summit Township

Posted: 6:21 PM Jun 24, 2012
Reporter: News 10

Several homes in Summit Township have been evacuated due to a chlorine leak at a water treatment plant.
It started Sunday evening near Christopher Street.
A staff member at the Jackson Fire Department says dozens of people have been moved into the Westwinds Community Church as a precaution.
Summit Township Hazmat teams are on the scene trying to contain the leaks.
Another Hazmat team from Leslie is being called in to assist.
Residents in other homes have been told to shut their windows and close their doors.
Jackson County Sheriffs Office estimates residents will be able to return around 2 a.m.