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Harker Heights Fire Department responded to reported chemical spill at Target

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Posted at 4:46 PM, Jun 04, 2021
and last updated 2021-06-04 20:57:34-04

HARKER HEIGHTS, TX — The Harker Heights Fire Department responded to a reported chemical spill that was causing respiratory irritation at Target at approximately 3 pm.

The store, located at 201 E Central Texas Express Way Suite 300 said they would be closed for the time being.

When units arrived on the scene, it was determined that the premises needed to be evacuated with assistance from management in the store.

The incident commander then requested assistance from Killeen Fire Department Hazardous Materials Unit.

One person was evaluated by EMS personnel on the scene but wasn't transported.

At this time, it is undetermined exactly what caused the issue.

No other information was made available.