A minor ammonia leak at a juice plant in Sparta, Michigan, led to school closures and evacuations.

A minor ammonia leak at the Old Orchard Brands juice manufacturer in Sparta, Michigan, led to the precautionary closure of nearby schools and a health clinic on Wednesday. The leak, which occurred around 1 p.m., caused no injuries but prompted the evacuation of students and closing of air vents. Authorities, including the Sparta Fire Department and Kent County Emergency Management, responded to the incident, which is still under investigation.

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