A massive ammonia leak in the Seaport killed a man Wednesday night. According to the Boston Fire Department, the leak was reported just before 6 p.m. at Stavis Seafoods Warehouse at 7 Channel St. It was more than three hours before crews were able to stop it. Fire officials said an employee was trapped in a stairwell near the second floor, overcome by ammonia fumes. They attempted a rescue attempt, but were unsuccessful because of the fumes. Everyone else who was inside the building is safe and accounted for.
Massive Ammonia Leak Kills Seafood Warehouse Worker
Thursday, March 24th, 2016
Workers' Compensation
External References & Further Reading
http://www.myfoxboston.com/news/boston-fire-department-responding-to-ammonia-leak/177054635



