US: Officials responding to ammonia leak in New Braunfels, Texas, late June 19

Event

Authorities are responding to an ammonia leak at the New Braunfels Smokehouse in the 400 block of North Guenther Avenue in New Braunfels, Texas, in the greater San Antonio area, late June 19. The incident has prompted the evacuation of over 100 people within a radius of 0.3 km (0.2 miles) around the site. The cause of the leak is currently unclear. There have been no reports of injuries.

Heightened security, as well as localized traffic and business disruptions are likely over the coming hours as emergency crews respond and investigate the incident.

Advice

Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. If avoidance of the site is not possible, protect the airway by covering both mouth and nose, as well as shielding the eyes. Cover all exposed skin to prevent chemical particles and droplets from settling and causing irritation.