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Concord Hazmat Spill Sends Four to Hospital, Including Two Firefighters

The response contained an organophosphorus spill that can disrupt the nervous system.

Overview

  • Contra Costa County Fire Protection District said a hazardous-materials spill on Bisso Lane in Concord led to hospital transports Monday.
  • The agency reported four people were taken to local hospitals with moderate exposure, including two firefighters.
  • Crews isolated the organophosphorus at the scene, keeping the area under control as the response continued.
  • Reports differed early on the patient count, with KTVU citing four hospitalizations and ABC7 initially citing two.
  • Organo­phosphorus compounds are common in pesticides, and with Bisso Lane near several county offices, officials are investigating as clinicians assess those exposed.