Report of gas leak at factory in Gojan-dong, Incheon… 3 people had difficulty breathing
Quick Look
- At around 8:15 pm on the 11th, a gas leak occurred at a factory in Gojan-dong, Namdong-gu, Incheon, and three people showed symptoms of breathing difficulties.
- Firefighting authorities believe that gas was generated due to a chemical reaction during the injection of microorganisms for wastewater purification and are investigating the exact cause.
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Why It Matters
A gas leak occurred in a dense factory area in Gojan-dong, Namdong-gu, Incheon, and an evacuation order for residents was issued.
(Incheon = Yonhap News) Reporter Hwang Jeong-hwan = At 8:15 p.m. on the 11th, a report was received through 119 that a gas had leaked from a factory in Gojan-dong, Namdong-gu, Incheon.
As a result of this accident, three people, including a factory employee, showed symptoms of breathing difficulties, and one of them was taken to the hospital by the 119 ambulance.
Firefighting authorities estimate that gas was generated as a result of a chemical reaction while the factory was injecting microorganisms related to wastewater purification.
It has not yet been confirmed whether the leaked gas material or toxic gas was present.
Namdong-gu said through a disaster text message, "Nearby residents should evacuate in advance by covering their noses and mouths with wet towels," and "Vulnerable groups such as children and the elderly should be careful about safety by traveling with family or acquaintances who will seek help."
A fire official said, "Several factories are located at the site of the accident," and added, "We are taking safety measures and determining which factory the accident occurred at."
Open Questions
- What is the exact composition of the leaked gas?
- What is the specific name of the factory where the accident occurred?
