Chemical reaction prompts hazmat response at San Jose business
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SAN JOSE, Calif. (BCN) - Santa Clara firefighters responded to a hazardous chemical incident at a circuit board manufacturing company this afternoon, according to fire officials.
The incident was reported at 1:09 p.m. at TTM Technologies at 345 Mathew St., according to fire officials. The company is located next to Mineta San Jose International Airport.
Two incompatible chemicals reacted after being mixed during a chemical treatment process, prompting the emergency response, fire officials said.
The hazardous materials team entered the building to assess the situation, and affected employees are being evaluated as a precaution, fire officials said.
No injuries have been reported at this time.