Chemical leak prompts beach closure
Blanchard Beach expected to reopen Sunday
UPDATED 7:35 PM EDT Jun 10, 2016
BURLINGTON, Vt. —A chemical leak prompted officials to close Blanchard Beach in Burlington on Friday.
Authorities said an unknown amount of fire suppressant foam was released on private property and entered the Englesby Stream, which empties into the north side of the beach.
Officials said the foam can cause skin and eye irritation.
The beach is expected to reopen Sunday.
Anyone seeking more information about the closure can call the Water Resources Department at 802-863-4501.