Emergency officials are asking people to avoid areas around the Corning Diesel Plant in the Town of Erwin on Wednesday because of a gas leak.
Officials say around 7:15 a.m., a 911 call came in reporting a nitrogen leak at the facility on State Route 417. Fire crews were called to the area and found a vapor cloud drifting from the plant towards I-99 and State Route 417, reducing visibility.
Emergency responders say the situation is “stable” at this time. They are working with plant officials to monitor the situation.
A local evacuation center has been established at the Addison Community Center for local residents.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.