Maharashtra: JSW Energy plant’s toxic fumes affect over 30 students in Ratnagiri; few admitted to hospital
Over 30 students were affected by exposure to fumes from a storage tank at JSW Energy's plant in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, according to police reports.
In Maharashtra's Ratnagiri, over 30 students suffered effects from fumes released by a storage tank at JSW ENERGY's plant, as reported by police, a PTI report noted. The students are from the Jaigad Vidya Mandir school, which is located near the plant.
Out of 250 students at the school, more than 30 experienced watery eyes and irritation due to fumes released during the tank cleaning process. Some students were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, the police added.
“The fumes were from Ethyl mercaptan, which is a colourless, flammable, and highly odorous liquid that is used as an odorant for natural gas and as a starting material for plastics, insecticides, and antioxidants,” a police official said.
Meawhile, JSW Energy said “would like to clarify that its Thermal Plant at Ratnagiri does not have any gas storage facility and is not involved in the recent incident of gas release as reported in the media.”
“At JSW Energy, we prioritize the safety and well-being of our employees, the community, and the environment. We adhere to stringent safety protocols and continuously monitor our operations to ensure they meet the highest standards. Our commitment to safety is unwavering, and we take every precaution to prevent any incidents that could impact the health and safety of the surrounding community.”
(This is a developing news)
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First Published:12 Dec 2024, 05:22 PM IST
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