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SALT LAKE CITY — The Discovery Gateway Children's Museum was evacuated Monday after a large chemical spill, officials said.
The spill occurred just before noon on the first floor of the museum at 444 W. 100 South, according to Salt Lake City Fire Department. A forklift spilled glycol, a common ingredient in antifreeze, and created a large spill covering the majority of the first floor.
The museum was evacuated around 12 p.m. and hazmat crews were dispatched to the scene. Fire officials reported that the spill likely came from the HVAC system, and museum officials later confirmed that the HVAC system was punctured in a minor incident.
No injuries were reported.
Thanks to the SLFD @slcfire for responding so quickly. We will reopen tomorrow at 10 am. 3/3
— Discovery Gateway (@DGchildmuseum) December 12, 2016
"The safety of our guests and staff is Discovery Gateway's highest priority. We appreciate the quick response of the Salt Lake City Fire Department and city and county officials," Discovery Gateway Children's Museum Executive Director Laurie Hopkins said in a statement.
Repairs were made and officials said the museum will reopen Tuesday at 10 a.m.
