Three workers were transported to a hospital Saturday following a hazardous-materials incident at Molecular Testing Labs, 14401 S.E. First St., according to the Vancouver Fire Department.
After a chlorine gas spill at the company, bleach was used in an attempt to clean up the mess. The chemical reaction between the two led to off-gassing. The building was evacuated, but four employees showed symptoms of exposure, including red eyes.
Three employees were taken to the hospital, according to Raymond Egan, a captain and public information officer for the fire department. The building was being ventilated and is expected to return to normal.
