Gas leak at chemical factory in Bharuch; 18 workers hospitalized

Bharuch: A toxic gas leak occurred at a chemical factory here on Wednesday, resulting in the hospitalization of around eighteen workers.

Sub-inspector Vaishali Ahir from the Vedach police station reported, “A total of 18 workers were hospitalized due to exposure to bromine gas that escaped from a tank at a chemical factory situated in Vedaj village.”

The leak took place at around 1 p.m. while approximately 2,000 workers were present within the factory premises. Evacuation measures were enacted, ensuring the safety of all workers. However, the workers who were near the tank reported some health complications and were promptly transported to the hospital. The leak has been effectively controlled,” she further added. DeshGujarat