UPDATE: THE SITUATION IS UNDER CONTROL, NO LONGER NEED TO SHELTER IN PLACE, CAN OPEN WINDOWS AND DOORS
Edison FD & PD advise that the situation on Meadow Road is now over and deemed safe by local and state officials on the scene. Residents no longer need to Shelter in place and CAN open their doors, windows and use their Air Conditioners. Emergency vehicles will remain on the scene to ensure safety. Thank you for your cooperation and patience during this event.
Edison Residents no longer need to Shelter in place and CAN open their doors, windows and use their Air Conditioners. Thank you!
UPDATE: The “Unofficial Edison Fire Department” Facebook Page reports situation under control, continue to shelter in place and close all windows and doors.
August 23, 2020
EDISON, NJ (MIDDLESEX)–Sources tell MidJersey.News that there is a chemical spill creating a gas cloud in the area of 340 Meadow Road. The fire department has called for multiple hazardous materials teams one patient has been transported to RWJ Hospital in New Brunswick.
Edison Township Police Department is alerting residents by NIXLE to “Shelter In Place” and “Close All Windows And Doors” and that further instructions will follow once situation is assessed.
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EDISON PD & FD is alerting residents of a Hazmat situation in the area of Meadow Road and surrounding neighborhoods. A gas leak has occurred in the area of Meadow Rd and Executive Ave. at this time we are instructing all residents in that area to do the following:
1. SHELTER IN PLACE2. CLOSE ALL WINDOWS AND DOORS
There will be updates and further instructions as the event progresses.
Neighborhoods around the Meadow Road area should:1. SHELTER IN PLACE
2. CLOSE ALL WINDOWS AND DOORS