Chicago FFs Handling Ammonia Leak at Ice Plant

July 27, 2023
A large plume was visible above Lang Ice plant Thursday morning

Chicago residents in a certain area have been told to stay inside as firefighters deal with an ammonia leak at an ice plant.

A large plume was visible from Lang Ice on West 59th Street on Thursday morning.

Gas level readings outside started to fall shortly before 8 a.m., officials tweeted.

Details will be posted when more information is obtained. 

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