Hanoi chlorine gas leak hospitalizes dozens

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A chlorine gas leak occurred around 6:00 AM on October 19 in Me Son village, Thuong Phuc commune, Hanoi, after a scrap metal worker accidentally struck a valve on a medical-grade liquid chlorine tank with scrap iron. The incident caused the tank lid to pop off, releasing toxic gas into a residential area.

Approximately 42 people required medical attention. Most victims were treated at Thuong Tin General Hospital, while several severe cases were transferred to Bach Mai Hospital. Among the critically ill is a 50-year-old scrap collector who suffered severe respiratory failure, lung damage, and shock, requiring VV-ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) treatment. Another patient suffered second-degree corneal burns.

Local authorities and fire rescue teams responded to the scene to contain the leak and secure the area. Police are currently investigating the origin of the gas tank and determining the legal responsibilities of the individuals involved.

Entities

Bạch Mai Hospital · Hanoi · Hanoi Police · Nguyen Huu Doan · Nguyen Huy Hoang · Nguyen Trung Nguyen · Thuong Tin General Hospital · Thượng Phúc Commune

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[○ 1 SOURCE] Chlorine exposure can cause delayed symptoms such as pulmonary edema within 24 hours. tienphong.vn
[● 4 SOURCES] Chlorine gas is heavier than air and can accumulate in low-lying areas. kienthuc.net.vn · soha.vn · tuoitre.vn
[● 2 SOURCES] The leaked substance was identified as medical-grade liquid chlorine. htv.vn
[● 12 SOURCES] A chlorine gas leak occurred in Me Son village, Thuong Phuc commune, Hanoi, on October 19. htv.vn · nhandan.vn · phunuvietnam.vn · hoahoctro.tienphong.vn · cafef.vn · +5 more
[● 6 SOURCES] One 50-year-old man is receiving VV-ECMO treatment for severe respiratory failure and shock. nhandan.vn · phunuvietnam.vn · cafef.vn · giadinh.suckhoedoisong.vn · tienphong.vn
[● 10 SOURCES] Approximately 42 people were hospitalized due to the gas exposure. nhandan.vn · phunuvietnam.vn · hoahoctro.tienphong.vn · cafef.vn · giadinh.suckhoedoisong.vn · +3 more
[○ 1 SOURCE] Police are investigating the responsibility of the individuals and organizations involved.
[● 2 SOURCES] The leak was caused by a worker hitting a gas valve with scrap iron. htv.vn