KNOXVILLE, Tennessee — The Knoxville Fire Department is warning about the inadvertent distribution of a dangerous chemical to the public that's not safe for households.
According to KFD, "multiple visitors" to the Fish Hospitality Pantry at 122 W. Scott Ave., in Northwest Knoxville picked up Tuesday one-gallon jugs of a hydrogen peroxide mix.
"The liquid mixture contains 50% hydrogen peroxide and is not intended for household or community use. The highly concentrated oxidizer poses a significant risk of first- and second-degree burns upon contact with skin," KFD said in a Wednesday release.
It appears 56 jugs went out and probably have ended up in the homes and vehicles of members of the public. As of Thursday, KFD said it had recovered 9 of the jugs.
If you're one of those people, it's not safe, KFD said.
"If you currently have or know of someone who may be in possession of this product, please call 911 so the fire department can properly dispose of this chemical. Any other attempt of disposing of this product could cause significant personal injuries or environmental damage."