Late on Tuesday night, a fertilizer plant in North Chennai’s Ennore area experienced an ammonia gas leak, leading to the hospitalization of around 50 people. The incident has raised concerns about the safety protocols in place and the potential environmental impact of such leaks.
Q: What caused the ammonia gas leak in the fertilizer plant in Ennore?
A: The gas leak in Ennore occurred from an underwater pipeline that runs from the sea to the fertilizer manufacturing facility of Coromandel International Limited.
Q: What were the symptoms experienced by those affected by the gas leak?
A: People in the affected area complained of symptoms such as breathlessness, skin irritation, burning in the eyes, throat, nose, and chest.
Q: What were the immediate actions taken by the fertilizer plant in response to the gas leak?
A: The company, Coromandel International Limited, promptly depressurized the pipeline, completing the operation within 20 minutes to contain the leak.
Q: What were the levels of ammonia reported by the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) in the air and sea?
A: The TNPCB reported ammonia levels in the air at 2,090 micrograms per cubic meter, well above the accepted level of 400 micrograms. In the sea, it was 49 milligrams per liter (mg/l) compared to the standard of 5 mg/l.
Q: How has the ammonia leak affected the marine ecosystem?
A: Ammonia in the water has reportedly led to the formation of ammonia hydroxide, impacting the marine ecosystem. Fishermen have reported several dead fish in the sea.
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