Decision on hazardous waste storage site in Yuma postponed until August
YUMA, AZ (KECY, KYMA) – A final decision on the location of a planned hazardous waste storage facility in Yuma has been postponed. SYDCOL would like to spend more time addressing community concerns. The main issue is location, as the land on which SYDCOL wants to build the facility is right next to the Yuma […]
Hazardous waste facility raises concerns for local residents and officials
Special Permit Application Submitted to Yuma County Board of Supervisors Despite Objections from City Elected Officials Yuma, Arizona (KYMA, KECY) – Many people are not very happy with the prospect of building a hazardous waste facility next to the Yuma Palms Mall. Next Monday, Sidcole will face the second hurdle he must overcome to get […]
Mohave County, Arizona: Train carrying hazardous materials derails near Arizona-California border, authorities say, though no spills have been reported
(CNN) A train allegedly carrying hazardous materials derailed in Mojave County, Arizona, near the California border, a sheriff’s office spokesperson confirmed Wednesday night. No spills have been reported at this time, but recent storms have washed the area. Mojave County Sheriff’s Office. The derailment occurred near Milepost 9 on Interstate 40, she said. The area […]
It happened in Ohio—what if a train with hazardous material derailed in Flagstaff?
After 38 Norfolk Southern freight trains derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, releasing toxic materials into the area, residents of Flagstaff, where about 100 trains pass each day, were wondering. This drone photo shows part of the Norfolk Southern freight train that derailed in East Palestine, Ohio on February 3 and is still burning the next […]
Household hazardous waste collection Saturday in Apache Junction
The City of Apache Junction will host a collection event for household hazardous waste, white goods, electronics recycling, and a paper shredder on Saturday, March 4th. The event will be held at the City’s Public Works Yard, 575 E. Baseline, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Household hazardous waste collection is usually for items that […]
A hazardous spill near Tucson closes down I-10 and forces an evacuation : NPR
An accident involving a commercial tank truck leaked hazardous materials onto Interstate 10 outside Tucson, Arizona on Tuesday, prompting state police to block traffic on the highway. Arizona Department of Public Safety via AP hide caption toggle caption Arizona Department of Public Safety via AP An accident involving a commercial tank truck leaked hazardous materials […]
Hazardous spill closes I-10 Near Kolb in Tucson
Posted by: Staff February 15, 2023 Interstate 10 in Tucson remains closed after yesterday’s accident involving hazardous materials. The Arizona Department of Public Safety has released few details about the crash of a commercial truck carrying hazardous materials. The accident occurred on February 14, 2023 at approximately 2:43 PM. The AZDPS Hazardous Materials Response Unit […]
Normal operations resume after hazardous spill in Tucson partially closed highway and led to shelter-in-place order, officials say
(CNN) Arizona officials reopened Interstate 10 in Tucson on Wednesday in both directions, lifting evacuation and shelter-in-place orders after a dangerous spill of liquid nitric acid closed the road. A commercial truck crash forced authorities to close part of the highway on Tuesday, and the closure continued on Wednesday as cleanup operations were underway. The […]
Household hazardous waste collection March 4 in Apache Junction
The City of Apache Junction will host a collection event for household hazardous waste, white goods, electronics recycling, and a paper shredder on Saturday, March 4th. The event will be held at the City’s Public Works Yard, 575 E. Baseline, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Household hazardous waste collection is usually for items that […]