Fire service stops chemical spillage

The Nottinghamshire Fire Service has stopped the spillage of hydrochloric acid in Pasture Road, Stapleford. The "container was righted" by them.

Eight gas type suits, one hose reel and a decontamination dam have been used.

Six people were evacuated from the affected premises and 47 children were evacuated from Pasture Road Community School and taken home by their parents.

Two members of the public were checked by the Nottinghamshire Ambulance Service and given the all clear.

Two firefighters were taken to hospital as a precaution.