Reported mercury spill closes Brown Deer Pick 'n Save

Erik S. Hanley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
North Shore Fire/Rescue confirmed they are operating with the Milwaukee Fire Department at Pick ‘n Save, 9200 N. Green Bay Road in Brown Deer regarding a hazardous material situation on March 29.
North Shore Fire/Rescue confirmed they are operating with the Milwaukee Fire Department at Pick ‘n Save, 9200 N. Green Bay Road in Brown Deer regarding a hazardous material situation on March 29.

A reported mercury spill has closed the Brown Deer Pick ‘n Save on Friday.

The North Shore Fire/Rescue confirmed they are operating with the Milwaukee Fire Department at Pick ‘n Save, 9200 N. Green Bay Road in Brown Deer regarding a hazardous material situation.

Officials said a spill of mercury was reported.

About 20 employees were evacuated and paramedics are on scene to evaluate any possible mercury exposure, according to a statement from North Shore Fire/Rescue.

Pick 'n Save is currently closed with hazmat teams checking the building.

Officials said more details will be released once the incident is mitigated.

This story will be updated.

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This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Brown Deer Pick 'n Save closed due to reported mercury spill

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