Accident Description

Accident: Woodland Pulp LLC

Location: Location: Baileyville, ME

Accident Occurred On: 01/27/2026 | Final Report Released On:

Accident Type: Release

Investigation Status: The CSB's investigation is currently ongoing

The  mixing of concentrated sulfuric acid with sulfurous compounds in an enclosed process sewer, resulted in the generation and release of hydrogen sulfide, a highly toxic gas, in the Bleach Plant area of the facility.

 

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