Evacuations Lifted Following Chemical Release at ReWorld Facility in Avon

Hazmat crews confirm area safe after chemical reaction in Avon

Several Avon businesses were temporarily evacuated Oct. 16 after a chemical reaction produced heavy smoke and prompted a hazmat response at Reworld Avon, a hazardous waste recycler located at 35450 Schneider Court. According to Avon Police Department Records Custodian James Drozdowski, emergency crews were called to the facility shortly after 9 a.m. when reports came in of smoke coming from the building. “They had some kind of chemical reaction …

Chemical reaction prompts call to Lorain County Haz Mat team in Avon

AVON – A little drama played out in Avon this past week, with a chemical reaction at the Reworld Plant on Schneider Court near Avon Crossing where they process hazardous waste. It is one of more than 100 Reworld facilities worldwide.

Evacuation order lifted after 'hazmat situation' at Reworld facility in Avon industrial park

Several businesses in Avon have been evacuated "out of an abundance of caution," due to an industrial fire nearby, police said.

Evacuations lifted following chemical release at ReWorld facility in Avon

The release produced a light-colored vapor cloud, prompting a response from the Avon Fire Department and the Lorain County Hazmat team.