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Start date | Reporting criterion | Title | Event description | System | LER | |
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ENS 40127 | 2 September 2003 04:00:00 | 10 CFR 20.2201(a)(1)(i) | Loss of Chemical Agent Alarm Containing Americium-241 | A U.S. Army Chemical Agent Alarm (SN #Z03-D-17464, Source # Z03-C-17468) has been reported missing from its unit, normally stationed in Fort Lee, Virginia. This device was sited before it was deployed overseas with the 319th Engineer Company in Kuwait. Upon its unit's return, the alarm could not be located. The device contains an Americium-241 source (300 microcuries). This alarm is used for perimeter warning of chemical attack. The U.S. Army is investigating as to the whereabouts of this device. Any findings made will be reported as updates to this event report. |