Gas leak at Turhal Sugar Factory: 26 workers poisoned
26 employees affected by gas leaking from the lime kiln at Turhal Sugar Factory were hospitalized.
Quick Look
- 26 employees were affected by carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide gas leaking from the lime kiln at the Sugar Factory in Turhal district of Tokat.
- It was reported that one of the workers who was hospitalized was in critical condition.
AI-generated summary
Why It Matters
The incident occurred during the routine lime burning process at Turhal Sugar Factory.
The incident took place at Turhal Sugar Factory around 15:00. Police and medical teams were dispatched to the factory after employees complained of dizziness and nausea.
Some of the 26 employees went to Turhal State Hospital by their own means and some by ambulance. In the inspection carried out at the factory; It was determined that the employees were affected by carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide gas leaking from the lime kiln.
STATEMENT FROM THE FACTORY MANAGER
Factory manager Serkan Korkmaz said in his statement: "The routine we do every year was lime burning. 26 of our friends were affected by carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide gases. The condition of one of them is critical."
An investigation has been launched into the incident.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
An administrative and judicial investigation will be conducted regarding the incident.
Very likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- What is the technical cause of the gas leak?
- Were occupational safety measures sufficient?
