Oleum Gas Leak in Palghar: Panic, Respiratory Issues, and Evacuation
Oleum Gas Leak in Palghar: Panic, Respiratory Issues, and Evacuation
- •Oleum gas leaked from Bhageria Chemical Company in Boisar Tarapur MIDC, Palghar, causing widespread smoke.
- •Employees and locals experienced respiratory problems, leading to a stampede and evacuation.
- •A 20-ton Oleum gas tank leaked around 2 PM, affecting traffic and causing some to vomit.
- •Fire brigade and NDRF teams responded; the leak was partially controlled after 3 hours.
- •Authorities advised residents to stay indoors, keep windows closed, and cover mouths if going out; no casualties reported.
