Mustard Leak Reported at Army Depot

Richmond, Kentucky Authorities at the Blue Grass Army Depot reported that a second leak of mustard gas has occurred in less than two weeks. The first leak occurred on 28 July. Both leaks were reported as low concentration leaks. Army officials think that the high temperature and summer heat are the main cause behind both leaks.

The "leakers" have been re-packaged and the situation no longer presents a threat to depot workers. The pubic was never at risk due to locations of the storage magazines and the very low concentrations of mustard that reportedly leaked. The mustard dates back to WWII and is part of the chemical stockpile scheduled to be destroyed later this year.