(Radio Iowa) – The Ajinomoto plant in Eddyville was evacuated last (Wednesday) night because of a chemical spill. Mahaska County 911 was told around 8:20 last night about an acid leak at the plant. Ajinomoto makes amino acids that are used as supplements to make feed for dairy cattle, swine and poultry. Eddyville residents were advised to shelter in place until the chemical completely bleeds off from the tank. The shelter order was cancelled at 1 o’clock this morning.

There are no reports of injuries at this time. Because of the chemical spill, EBF schools were to start two hours late this morning.