Evacuation, Shelter-in-Place Orders in Place in North Toledo Over Hazmat Situation

Toledo Fire and Rescue has ordered an evacuation of a 1-mile radius surrounding 1050 Progress Avenue in northern Toledo after a hazmat release at MC Tank last night. There is also a shelter-in-place order within 3 miles of the area. Officials urge you to stay where you are, stay indoors, close windows and doors, and turn off ventilation that draws in outside air if you’re in the shelter-in-place zone. One injury has been reported. The hazmat situation has closed Toledo Public Schools and Washington Local Schools today. Click here for the latest information on the hazmat situation from the City of Toledo.