A senior hazmat investigator from the National Transportation Safety Board conducted an inspection of the cargo and cargo manifest, revealing the presence of 56 containers of hazardous material, as announced by agency Chair Jennifer Homendy on Wednesday. The investigator successfully identified a total of 764 tons of hazardous materials, predominantly consisting of corrosives, flammables, and various other hazardous materials, including class nine hazardous materials such as lithium ion batteries.
During the examination, it was noted that some of the hazmat containers had been compromised, leading to potential leaks. Additionally, a sheen was observed on the waterway, indicating a spill or contamination of the surrounding environment.
