Early this morning, the Charlotte Fire Department responded to a hazmat leak on the 2700 block of East Independence Boulevard near the BOplex. Crews arrived around 3 a.m. to manage the situation, according to Queen City News. The department has not disclosed the cause of the leak, but traffic in the area has not been affected.
The incident occurred near the Bojangles Coliseum. The Charlotte Fire Department post on X stated that company service technicians were evaluating the scene. The type of substance involved has not been made public.
Hazmat Incident: 2700 block of Independence Blvd. Charlotte Fire units are on scene of hazmat leak. Company service technicians are on scene evaluating. There are no injuries or impact to traffic at this time. pic.twitter.com/B2PrZpumZ6
— Charlotte Fire Dept (@CharlotteFD) September 19, 2025
No injuries have been reported. Medic confirmed its paramedics were on standby to assist Charlotte Fire crews if needed.
Further details about the leak and its potential impacts have not yet been released. WCNC reported that officials confirmed no injuries and are continuing to monitor the situation.
