Chlorine Gas Leak Sparks Panic in Dehradun, Residents Evacuated Amid Breathing Issues

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:33am on 09 Jan 2024,Tuesday India

A chlorine gas leak in Dehradun's Jhanjra area triggered panic as residents reported breathing difficulties, prompting swift action by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and security forces. The leak, originating from cylinders stored in an empty plot, led to the evacuation of affected residents to safety. Senior officials, including SSP Ajay Singh, confirmed the ongoing efforts for safe disposal. Sahaspur MLA Sahdev Singh Pundir highlighted the potential disaster averted through coordinated actions. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported. This incident echoes a 2017 chlorine gas leak, emphasizing the need for vigilant safety measures in chemical storage.

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