Eastman Chemical Company Has Confirmed That A Chemical Was Accidentally Discharged Into The South Fork Of The Holston River. On Friday Morning. An Undetermined Amount Of Acetic Anydride Went Into The River. The Chemical Is A Colorless Chemical That Smells Like Vinegar Which Is Reportedly Used To Make Products Such As Artificial Sweetneers And Aspirin. There Were No Injuries Or Impact To Human Health. Eastman Is Working With State Agencies To Determine The Exact Amount Of The Chemical That Was Released.