Knoxville Fire Department release (September 9, 2020, 5:46 p.m.)
On Tuesday, September 8, 2020, multiple visitors to the Fish Hospitality Pantry located at 122 West Scott Avenue obtained one gallon jugs of highly concentrated hydrogen peroxide. 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. It is believed 54 one-gallon jugs were distributed and are currently being stored in peoples’ homes or vehicles. 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.