MFRD Responds to Incident at Evonik

4:12 p.m. — Mobile Fire-Rescue Department units were dispatched at about 2:36 p.m. to standby at Evonik for a report of a possible explosion south of Mobile, Alabama, Saturday, August 10, 2024.

Engine 7, Truck 10 and Hazmat 15 were also dispatched after initial crews arrived on scene.

Evonik reported the situation to be under control with all MFRD units on standby in case they are needed.

From Evonik:

A railcar containing hydrogen peroxide at Evonik's facility in Theodore, AL was involved in an accident at approximately 2:00 pm. No serious injuries have been reported. 

We are fully cooperating with local authorities. First responders arrived on the scene very quickly and we appreciate the work they have done to contain the situation.

Evonik cares deeply about safety and investigating the cause of this accident is a top priority.