US: Chemical spill prompts closure of East Loop 1604 North in Converse, Texas, July 20

Event

Authorities are responding to a chemical spill that occurred along East Loop 1604 North (Anderson Loop) in Converse, Texas, during the early evening of July 20. Northbound and southbound lanes of the thoroughfare are closed between Miramar Lane and Lower Seguin Road near Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office has advised the public to avoid the area as cleanup efforts will likely take several hours.

Authorities have as yet released no health advisories related to the spill or identified the chemical involved.

Advice

Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. Plan alternative driving routes to circumvent the incident site and any related disruptions into at least the late evening of July 20.