Shelter in place continues after chemical emergency, water is safe, officials say
Jamal Wright
Jamal Wright
Reporter · Allentown, PA
Jamal holds a degree in Sociology from the University of Delaware and has 5 years of experience writing about community issues and grassroots movements for local newspapers. He is deeply rooted in Allentown and passionate about local activism.
More from Jamal →Reporter · Friday, November 6, 2026 at 10:34 PM · 1 min read
A chemical accident Friday morning at the Lehigh County Authority water treatment facility triggered a hazmat emergency response and a half-mile shelter-in-place order for residents, though officials emphasized that drinking water from the plant remains safe to use.