Nitrogen Leak Stopped After Boston Buildings Evacuated
A research facility on Huntington Avenue was among three buildings evacuated this morning after the Boston Fire Department responded to a nitrogen leak, which has now been stopped.
According to the Boston Fire Department, there are two 3,000 pound nitrogen tanks outside of the rear of the three buildings.
A pressure relief valve on one of those tanks let go, releasing nitrogen into the atmosphere, according to the department.
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In addition to the Huntington Avenue facility, two Longwood Avenue buildings were evacuated, officials said.
WFXT-TV reported that students at Boston Latin School were being kept inside the building as a precaution.
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There have been no injuries reported, according to the department.
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