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Burlington Fire Department Provides Update on Fatal Hazardous Materials Incident

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Burlington Fire Department
Interim Chief Michael Patterson
21 Center St.
Burlington, MA 01803

For Immediate Release

Friday, Nov. 8, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Burlington Fire Department Provides Update on Fatal Hazardous Materials Incident

BURLINGTON — Interim Fire Chief Michael Patterson wishes to provide an update on last night’s fatal hazardous materials incident.

At 5:36 p.m. Thursday, the Burlington Fire Department responded to Buffalo Wild Wings, 15 South Ave. for a report of a chemical reaction in the kitchen area. Upon arrival, firefighters evacuated the building and provided aid to an employee who had fallen ill after inhaling fumes.

Ryan Baldera, age 32, of Lawrence was transported by ambulance to Lahey Hospital where he passed away as a result of his injuries. He was the restaurant’s general manager.

A preliminary investigation conducted in conjunction with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) indicates that a second employee had applied two substances, Super 8 and Scale Kleen, to the kitchen floor while attempting to clean it. The two substances reacted with one another, creating toxic fumes.

Twelve people checked themselves into Lahey Hospital and a 13th person self-checked into a Lowell-area hospital last night after the incident. The patients included both restaurant employees and patrons. Their symptoms included difficulty breathing and burning feelings in the eyes. All of the patients have since been released from the hospital.

The cause of the incident remains under investigation by the Burlington Fire and Police Departments, with assistance from OSHA.

Following his death, the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce has set up a memorial fund for Baldera’s family. Those who would like to contribute to the fund can send a check payable to the “Ryan Baldera Memorial Fund” to:

Cambridge Savings Bank

214 Cambridge St.

Burlington, MA 01803

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*UPDATED* Burlington Fire Department Responds to Hazmat Incident at Buffalo Wild Wings Where Employee Died

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Burlington Fire Department
Interim Chief Michael Patterson
21 Center St.
Burlington, MA 01803

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Burlington Fire Department Responds to Hazmat Incident at Buffalo Wild Wings Where Employee Died

10 Others Hospitalized in Incident

BURLINGTON — Interim Chief Michael Patterson reports that the Burlington Fire and Police Departments have responded to a serious hazardous material incident at Buffalo Wild Wings Thursday night where an employee died after being exposed to a strong cleaning agent.

A male employee was taken Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in serious condition after being exposed to a strong cleaning agent. The man later died at the hospital. As of 10 p.m., at least 10 other people have checked themselves into the hospital as a result of the incident.

Nine people checked themselves in at Lahey Hospital and a 10th person self-checked into a Lowell-area hospital. The patients included both restaurant employees and patrons. Their conditions included difficulty breathing and burning feelings in the eyes.

Anyone who was in the restaurant at the time and believes they may be impacted by the incident should seek medical treatment immediately.

At 5:36 p.m., the Burlington Fire Department responded to Buffalo Wild Wings, 15 South Ave. for a report of a chemical reaction in the kitchen area.

Upon arrival, firefighters came upon a male employee who was suffering from nausea after it is believed that he breathing in fumes from the cleaning agent. The man was taken by ambulance to the hospital in serious condition and later died.

Firefighters evacuated the building and a Tier 1 hazardous material response was called for.

A state hazardous materials response team entered the building around 9:30 p.m. The building will likely be turned over to management later this evening and a cleanup crew will be called to clean the building.

The cause of the incident is under investigation by the Burlington Fire and Police Departments, with assistance from the state Department of Fire Services and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

At this time, there is no active threat to public safety.

The Bedford Fire Department responded to provide mutual aid along with Armstrong Ambulance. The Burlington Board of Health was also on scene.

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Burlington Fire Department Responds to Hazmat Incident at Buffalo Wild Wings

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Burlington Fire Department
Interim Chief Michael Patterson
21 Center St.
Burlington, MA 01803

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Burlington Fire Department Responds to Hazmat Incident at Buffalo Wild Wings

A Store Employee has Died From Illness Suffered from Strong Cleaning Agent

Media note: A media staging area has been established in the parking lot of the AMC Burlington Cinema 10 movie theater, 20 South Ave.

BURLINGTON — Interim Chief Michael Patterson reports that the Burlington Fire Department has responded to a serious hazardous material incident at Buffalo Wild Wings Thursday night where an employee died after being exposed to a strong cleaning agent.

A male employee was taken Leahy Hospital in serious condition after being exposed to a strong cleaning agent. The man later died at the hospital. Several other people have checked themselves into the hospital as a result of the incident.

Anyone who was in the restaurant at the time and believes they may be impacted by the incident should seek medical treatment immediately.

At 5:36 p.m., the Burlington Fire Department responded to Buffalo Wild Wings, 15 South Ave. for a report of a chemical reaction in the kitchen area.

Upon arrival, firefighters came upon a male employee who was suffering from nausea after breathing in fumes from the cleaning agent. The man was taken by ambulance to the hospital in serious condition and later died.

Firefighters evacuated the building and a Tier 1 hazardous material response was called for.

The cause of the incident is under investigation. At this time, there is no active threat to public safety. However, the restaurant will be closed for the night while the investigation continues and crews work to make the building safe.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has been notified of the incident.

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Burlington Police and Fire Departments to Host Community Safety Night

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Burlington Police Department
Michael Kent
Chief of Police
45 Center St.
Burlington, MA 01803
Burlington Fire Department
Steven Yetman, Fire Chief
21 Center St.
Burlington, MA 01803

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, July 31, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

 

Burlington Police and Fire Departments to Host Community Safety Night

BURLINGTON — Police Chief Michael Kent and Fire Chief Steven Yetman are pleased to announce that the Burlington Police and Fire Departments will be hosting Community Safety Night next week.

“We invite residents of all ages to come out for a night of fun and good times,” Police Chief Kent said. “We are thrilled to be partnering with the fire department and Chief Yetman to put on this great community event.”

WHEN:

Wednesday, Aug. 8, from 5-7:30 p.m.

WHERE:

Wegmans parking lot, 53 3rd Ave.

WHO:

  • Burlington Police Department
  • Burlington Fire Department
  • 3rd Avenue Burlington
  • Wegmans

WHAT:

The free event is open to adults and children of all ages. Those who attend can get up close views of police cruisers, fire trucks, ambulances and equipment used by the town’s first responders.

There will be K9 demonstrations and attendees can meet and speak with the police officers and firefighters who serve the Burlington community.

Free hot dogs will be served and live music will be played, featuring dueling pianos.

“We hope to see a large turnout and I look forward to speaking with many of the residents that I have not had the opportunity to meet before,” Fire Chief Yetman said. “We have been looking forward to this event for months and it’s going to be a great summer night out.”

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