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Update: the hydrochloride acid spill evacuation in Midland has ended

Nearby residents in Midland County had to be evacuated from the premise due to a hydrochloride acid spill, but now they can return to their homes safely.

MIDLAND, Texas — The evacuation order has been lifted after a hydrochloride acid spill at South County Road 1156/ FM 1213. 

On Monday at 7:08 p.m., Midland County Public Information Officer Tate Owen reported that one patient had to be transported by a personal vehicle and one had to be transported by EMS due to the acid spill. 

First responders are still on scene.

The PH in the air is now at a safe level.

The cause of the acid spill is still unknown.

NewsWest 9 will update this story once more information is provided.

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