Wildnerness Incident
Incident Name: Wildnerness Incident
Date Reported: 7/10/2024
Time Reported: 0336 Hours
Incident Location: 6270 Wildnerness Ave, Riverside, CA 92505
Ward #: Ward 3 Robillard
Type of Incident: Hazardous Material
Incident Number: RIV #24-023642
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Evacuations: Manheim Business / Air Gas Specialty Products
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Chief Officer(s): 1
Engine Companies: 3
Truck Companies: 1
Squad(s): 1
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Firefighter(s): 16
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Current Situation
An active leak has occurred from a tanker truck filled with anhydrous ammonia at the Airgas facility at 6270 Wilderness Avenue. The tanker, with a capacity of 74,000 gallons, was originally filled with 12,000 gallons. A failed release valve is causing a significant leak. The ammonia cloud is impacting the Manheim auto storage area. All personnel at Manheim are accounted for and in a safe location, with access to the area being controlled. Hazmat personnel are collaborating with Airgas Technical staff to address the situation. The tank has depressurized naturally, and hazmat entry teams are now working to control the valve. Aerial drones have been deployed to assist in identifying the leak. Hazmat personnel have made all necessary notifications.
Assisting Aid Agencies
Incident Commander: Battalion Chief Brian Guzzetta
Prepared By: Battalion Chief Bruce Vanderhorst
Date / Time Posted: 7/10/2024 0549 Hours
Information Center: 951.237.6310
