‘Unknown chemical reaction’ at Amazon in Fall River sends 11 to hospital

FALL RIVER, Mass. (WLNE) — The Fall River Police Department said that first responders were dispatched to the Amazon Fulfillment Center for an “unknown chemical reaction” caused by a battery.

The incident occurred around 1 p.m. on Innovation Way and employees were evacuated.

Eleven employees were transported to the hospital.

Police added that the state Hazmat Team was also part of the response.

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