Four Hospitalised After Gas Leak at Chemical Factory in Gujarat’s Vapi

Leak from reactor at Cynax Metachem in Sarigam Industrial Area causes eye irritation; situation brought under control.

Vapi (Gujarat):Four people were hospitalised following a gas leak at a chemical manufacturing unit in Vapi on Monday, officials said. The incident occurred in Sarigam town, which falls under an Industrial Notified Area known for its cluster of manufacturing units.

According to authorities, the gas leak was reported from a reactor at Cynax Metachem. The leakage allegedly led to eye irritation and breathing discomfort among workers present on the premises at the time.

Immediate Response

Factory management alerted local authorities and emergency services soon after the leak was detected. Fire brigade teams and officials from the pollution control department rushed to the site to contain the situation.

The affected individuals were taken to a nearby hospital for medical evaluation. Doctors said their condition is stable and they are out of danger.

Leak Contained

Officials stated that the gas leak was brought under control promptly, preventing any further spread. Preliminary findings suggest the leak originated from a reactor during routine operations. A detailed technical inspection is underway to determine the exact cause.

Authorities have also begun reviewing safety protocols at the unit to ensure compliance with industrial safety standards.

Industrial Safety Under Scrutiny

Sarigam’s Industrial Notified Area houses several chemical and manufacturing units, making adherence to safety norms critical. Officials said appropriate action would be taken if any lapses are found during the investigation.

Further updates are expected once the technical assessment report is submitted.