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What is AFFF, the chemical substance spilled at Aguadilla airport?
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What is AFFF, the chemical substance spilled at Aguadilla airport?
via El Nuevo Día
A spill at the Rafael Hernández International Airport in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, has brought attention to a lesser-known substance called AFFF (aqueous film-forming foam), used to combat fuel-related fires.
Chemical Leak Reported at Former Ramey Naval Base in Aguadilla
via El Nuevo Día
Aguadilla Mayor Julio Roldán Concepción reported a chemical leak at the former Ramey naval base on Thursday night. The leak is of a fire-fighting chemical, described as 'highly toxic' and 'extremely dangerous'.
Who is involved
- Julio Roldán ConcepciónPerson2 of 2
- Department of Public SafetyOrganization1 of 2
- Norberto Negrón DíazPerson1 of 2
- Ports AuthorityOrganization1 of 2
- US Customs and Border ProtectionOrganization1 of 2
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