ZEELAND, Mich. — UPDATE 5:20 P.M.: The shelter in place order has been lifted in Zeeland. The cleanup process is still underway at this time, authorities say. Adjacent streets are expected to stay closed during this process.
ORIGINAL STORY:
Plastic powder was released into the air at Vertellus Chemical manufacturing company Tuesday morning, affecting some Zeeland Public Schools bus routes.
Those in the area between Washington and Roosevelt as well as Centennial and State were told to shelter in place.
Police said there is no immediate danger to the public at this time.
No school buildings were impacted, but some bus routes could be suspended.
If caregivers need to pick up their children, the school will contact those parents or guardians directly.
First responders are still working on the cleanup and expect the process to last through the evening.
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