The chemical pond malfunctioned, leading to the explosion.
PUBLISHED: 19 Oct 2024 at 20: 46
After an explosion at a shop in Prachin Buri’s Sri Maha Pho district, which led to the departure of hundreds of people, a chemical drip occurred.
The incident, which took place at HSMT New Material Technology ( Thailand ) Co factory on Friday, caused a large release of chemical fumes, forcing nearly 200 locals to evacuate their homes. The citizens, including the old, were relocated to a community center in tambon Tha Toom for their health.  ,
On the same day as the incident, firefighters from the Tha Toom Tambon Administration Office ( TAO ) managed to contain the fumes and contain the situation.
District main Juthamas Bua-Phuean, who likewise arranges for medical team from Sri Maha Pho Hospital and the state’s public health office to check the health of the evacuees, ordered the removal.
Among the 183 individuals evacuated, 105 showed no signs, 48 reported small throat and nasal pain and 30, largely elderly or those with pre-existing health conditions, required close monitoring for more intense symptoms such as eye pain and discomfort. Of these, 25 were transferred to Sri Maha Pho Hospital, and one was sent to Chularat 304 International Hospital.
According to the most recent studies, the situation has now returned to normal, and the survivors have been returned to their homes.
Locals reported hearing a loud blast and smelling a powerful odor around 3 p.m. on Friday before experiencing symptoms like neck aches and breathing difficulties.
The incident occurred at the shop where the explosion occurred, and it was caused by a damage in a surfactant-making tank. These are chemical substances that lower a liquid’s surface tension.
Government, including Prachin Buri’s business office and the Tha Toom TAO, have suspended the company’s activities.