6 Hospitalized After Possible Mercury Exposure In Baltimore Co.: Report

The Baltimore County Fire Department said the possible mercury spill occurred in Lutherville, on the 8600 block of Tower Bridge Way.

By Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff

Aug 31, 2026 11:43 AM EDT

A possible mercury exposure was reported in Baltimore County's Lutherville community. (Peter Senzamici/Patch)

LUTHERVILLE, MD — At least six people were hospitalized Friday after a possible mercury spill in the Lutherville community.

The Baltimore County Fire Department said the incident occurred on the 8600 block of Tower Bridge Way.

CBS Baltimore reported that officials from the Maryland Department of the Environment and the Baltimore County Department of Health responded to the scene.