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Workers hurt in gas leak at Grand Forks business

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) -- Grand Forks authorities say three workers were hurt in a gas leak at the Western Polymer plant. Officials say the chlorine gas was caused by the reaction of some mixed chemicals late Thursday afternoon. Firefighters with...

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) -- Grand Forks authorities say three workers were hurt in a gas leak at the Western Polymer plant.

Officials say the chlorine gas was caused by the reaction of some mixed chemicals late Thursday afternoon.

Firefighters with chemical-resistant suits brought the situation under control in about 3 ½ hours. Authorities say the public wasn't in any danger.

The condition of the injured employees was not released.

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