Worksite Employing Harmful Substances
In an unexpected turn of events, a forklift operator caused a container to be damaged at approximately 5 PM yesterday, leading to a significant incident at a local industrial site. The damage resulted in a solvent leak, prompting an immediate response from various emergency services.
Three professional fire stations, including FF Langerfeld from Barmen, FF Sonnborn from Bayer, the volunteer fire brigade from Uellendahl, and the volunteer fire brigade from Dönberg, were all involved in the response. Specialized vehicles were quickly deployed to manage the situation.
Upon arrival, the on-site fire brigade immediately began containing the solvent that leaked, while the environmental protection unit assessed the potential impact on the environment. Two individuals were examined by emergency services at the scene, with one being taken to the hospital as a precaution.
As the situation unfolded, measurements were taken in the canal to monitor the solvent's spread. Images of the incident were made available to provide a clear picture of the events that transpired.
Despite the extensive efforts, the search results do not contain information about the forklift driver who caused the initial damage. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with authorities working diligently to gather more details about the accident.
We will continue to update this story as more information becomes available. In the meantime, our thoughts are with those affected by this incident. Safety remains paramount in all industrial operations, and we urge everyone to prioritise caution and vigilance in their daily activities.
