<p>As many as seven workers of a paper mill were hospitalised after being exposed to a gas leak reportedly while cleaning a tank in the mill in the early hours of Thursday, Raigarh Superintendent of Police (SP) Santosh Singh said.<br />
Three of them are in critical condition, the SP said.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/11-killed-and-over-500-hospitalised-after-vizag-pharma-gas-leak-297117" hreflang="en">11 killed and over 500 hospitalised after Vizag pharma gas leak</a></strong></p>

<p>"The interrogation of the mill owner is underway. The incident was reported in the early hours of Thursday," he added.<br />
This is the second incident of a gas leak to have occurred today.</p>

<p><strong>Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/poisonous-gas-leakage-at-indian-pharmaceutical-chemical-plant-wreaks-havoc-297190">Poisonous gas leakage at Visakhapatnam plant wreaks havoc</a></strong></p>

<p>Styrene gas leaked from LG Polymers industry in RR Venkatapuram village in Visakhapatnam early morning today, claiming 11 lives.&nbsp;</p>

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As many as seven workers of a paper mill were hospitalised after being exposed to a gas leak reportedly while cleaning a tank in the mill in the early hours of Thursday, Raigarh Superintendent of Police (SP) Santosh Singh said.

As many as seven workers of a paper mill were hospitalised after being exposed to a gas leak reportedly while cleaning a tank in the mill in the early hours of Thursday, Raigarh Superintendent of Police (SP) Santosh Singh said. Three of them are in critical condition, the SP said. Also read: 11 killed and over 500 hospitalised after Vizag pharma gas leak "The interrogation of the mill owner is underway. The incident was reported in the early hours of Thursday," he added. This is the second incident of a gas leak to have occurred today. Also see: Poisonous gas leakage at Visakhapatnam plant wreaks havoc Styrene gas leaked from LG Polymers industry in RR Venkatapuram village in Visakhapatnam early morning today, claiming 11 lives.

7 paper mill workers in Chhattisgarh hospitalised after gas leak exposure

Poisonous gas leakage at Indian pharmaceutical chemical plant wreaks havoc

<p>At least eleven people, including a child, have been killed and over 500 have been rushed to&nbsp;emergency services after toxic gas leaked at a&nbsp;pharmaceutical chemical plant in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/visakhapatnam-gas-leak-chilling-scenes-bring-back-memories-of-bhopal-gas-tragedy-297163"><strong>Also read: Chilling scenes bring back memories of Bhopal gas tragedy</strong></a></p>

<p>South Korean battery maker LG Chemical Ltd, the owner of the facility, located around 14 kilometers away from Visakhapatnam city, said the gas leak had been brought under control.</p>

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<p>"We are looking into the exact damages, cause of the death and details of the incident," the company said in a statement.</p>

<p>As per reports, the leakage happened around 3 am at&nbsp;LG Polymers&nbsp;industry at RR Venkatapuram near Naiduthota area close to Gopalapatnam.&nbsp;The incident led to panic among locals in the 3km-radius area.</p>

<p>Sources said that police, fire tenders and ambulances reached the spot to control the situation.</p>

<p>Residents near the chemical gas plant&nbsp;reported of burning sensation in their eyes and difficulty in breathing, officials said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation tweeted about the incident:&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">There is gas leakage identified at LG Polymers in Gopalpatnam. Requesting Citizens around these locations not to come out of houses for the sake of safety precautions.</p>
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<p>Photos posted on social media showed at least a hundred people trying to help the injured and putting them into waiting ambulances. Some people can be seen wearing masks and helping those who are showing signs of difficulty in breathing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi also reacted to gas leak incident and said that he has spoken to officials at the Home Affairs ministry and the NDMA regarding the incident.&nbsp;</p>

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At least eleven people, including a child, have been killed and over 500 have been rushed to emergency services after toxic gas leaked at a pharmaceutical chemical plant in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.

At least eleven people, including a child, have been killed and over 500 have been rushed to emergency services after toxic gas leaked at a pharmaceutical chemical plant in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Also read: Chilling scenes bring back memories of Bhopal gas tragedy South Korean battery maker LG Chemical Ltd, the owner of the facility, located around 14 kilometers away from Visakhapatnam city, said the gas leak had been brought under control. "We are looking into the exact damages, cause of the death and details of the incident," the company said in a statement. As per reports, the leakage happened around 3 am at LG Polymers industry at RR Venkatapuram near Naiduthota area close to Gopalapatnam. The incident led to panic among locals in the 3km-radius area. Sources said that police, fire tenders and ambulances reached the spot to control the situation. Residents near the chemical gas plant reported of burning sensation in their eyes and difficulty in breathing, officials said. The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation tweeted about the incident: There is gas leakage identified at LG Polymers in Gopalpatnam. Requesting Citizens around these locations not to come out of houses for the sake of safety precautions. — Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) (@GVMC_OFFICIAL) May 7, 2020 × As precautionary measures, the colonies and villages around the industry may leave to the safer locations. PLEASE USE WET CLOTH AS MASK TO COVER NOSE AND MOUTH. — Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) (@GVMC_OFFICIAL) May 7, 2020 × Photos posted on social media showed at least a hundred people trying to help the injured and putting them into waiting ambulances. Some people can be seen wearing masks and helping those who are showing signs of difficulty in breathing. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also reacted to gas leak incident and said that he has spoken to officials at the Home Affairs ministry and the NDMA regarding the incident. Spoke to officials of MHA and NDMA regarding the situation in Visakhapatnam, which is being monitored closely. I pray for everyone’s safety and well-being in Visakhapatnam. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 7, 2020 ×

11 killed and over 500 hospitalised after Vizag pharma gas leak

<p>In a tragic incident, at least eight people, including a child, have been killed with over 800 rushed to emergency services following the toxic gas leak at a pharmaceutical chemical plant in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on Thursday. Indian sports fraternity led by cricket captain Virat Kohli extended their heartfelt condolences to the families affected in the Vizag gas leak incident.</p>

<p>Besides Kohli, the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin, Rishabh Pant, Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan and Umesh Yadav among others, also tweeted about the incident while expressing condolences to the ones affected.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"My condolences to the families who lost their loved ones in the #VizagGasLeak. Praying for everyone affected and recovering in the hospital," Kohli tweeted.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nine-killed-and-over-300-hospitalised-after-vizag-pharma-gas-leak-297117" hreflang="en">Nine killed and over 300 hospitalised after Vizag pharma gas leak</a></strong></p>

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<p>"Really unfortunate news of the #VizagGasLeak claiming lives and affecting many others. My deepest condolences to the family members of those deceased and praying for the quick recovery of those affected. Stay strong and safe Vizag," Yuvraj tweeted.</p>

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<p>"A gas tragedy now??? Omg.. The visuals are so disturbing. God !!! Please have mercy," Ashwin wrote on Twitter.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Praying for everyone affected in Vizag. Condolences to the bereaved families <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VizagGasLeak?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VizagGasLeak</a></p>
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— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) <a href="https://twitter.com/RishabhPant17/status/1258302159407288320?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 7, 2020</a></blockquote>
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Stay safe Vizag!</p>
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<p>Meanwhile, South Korean battery maker LG Chemical Ltd’s owner of the facility said the gas leak has been brought under control.</p>

<p>"We are looking into the exact damages, cause of the death and details of the incident," the company said in a statement.</p>

<p>Whereas, Andhra Pradesh DGP, Damodar Goutam Sawang said that gas has been neutralized and around 800 were shifted to hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Right now gas has been neutralised. One of the antidote is drinking a lot of water. Around 800 were shifted to hospital, many have been discharged. An investigation will be carried out to see how this happened,” Andhra Pradesh DGP Damodar Goutam Sawang said.</p>

<p>“Vizag Gas Leak is an accident. They were strictly following all protocols. Investigation underway. Forensic teams are also being sent to the spot,” he added.</p>

<p>As per reports, the gas leakage occurred around 3 am at the LG Polymers industry at RR Venkatapuram near Naiduthota area close to Gopalapatnam. Residents, near the chemical gas plant, reported burning sensation in their eyes and difficulty in breathing, officials said.</p>

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi prayed for everyone’s safety and well-being while stating that he has spoken to officials at the Home Affairs ministry and the NDMA regarding the incident.<br />
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In a tragic incident, at least eight people, including a child, have been killed with over 800 rushed to emergency services following the toxic gas leak at a pharmaceutical chemical plant in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on Thursday.

In a tragic incident, at least eight people, including a child, have been killed with over 800 rushed to emergency services following the toxic gas leak at a pharmaceutical chemical plant in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on Thursday. Indian sports fraternity led by cricket captain Virat Kohli extended their heartfelt condolences to the families affected in the Vizag gas leak incident. Besides Kohli, the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin, Rishabh Pant, Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan and Umesh Yadav among others, also tweeted about the incident while expressing condolences to the ones affected. "My condolences to the families who lost their loved ones in the #VizagGasLeak. Praying for everyone affected and recovering in the hospital," Kohli tweeted. ALSO READ: Nine killed and over 300 hospitalised after Vizag pharma gas leak My condolences to the families who lost their loved ones in the #VizagGasLeak. Praying for everyone affected and recovering in the hospital. — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) May 7, 2020 × "Really unfortunate news of the #VizagGasLeak claiming lives and affecting many others. My deepest condolences to the family members of those deceased and praying for the quick recovery of those affected. Stay strong and safe Vizag," Yuvraj tweeted. Really unfortunate news of the #VizagGasLeak claiming lives and affecting many others. My deepest condolences to the family members of those deceased and praying for the quick recovery of those affected. Stay strong and safe Vizag — yuvraj singh (@YUVSTRONG12) May 7, 2020 × "A gas tragedy now??? Omg.. The visuals are so disturbing. God !!! Please have mercy," Ashwin wrote on Twitter. A gas tragedy now??? Omg.. The visuals are so disturbing. God !!! Please have mercy — lets stay indoors India 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) May 7, 2020 × Praying for everyone affected in Vizag. Condolences to the bereaved families #VizagGasLeak — Umesh Yaadav (@y_umesh) May 7, 2020 × Shocked to hear about the #VizagGasLeak, I feel bad for all who lost their life. My heartfelt condolences to their family and loved ones. Let's all pray for the well-being in Visakhapatnam. — Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) May 7, 2020 × Visuals which are coming out from Vizag are very disturbing. My deepest condolences to the families of the victims and wishing a speedy recovery to those who are hospitalised #VizagGasLeak — Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) May 7, 2020 × Disturbing to hear about the #VizagGasLeak. Hope affected people recover soon and my condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. Stay safe Vizag! — Kidambi Srikanth (@srikidambi) May 7, 2020 × Meanwhile, South Korean battery maker LG Chemical Ltd’s owner of the facility said the gas leak has been brought under control. "We are looking into the exact damages, cause of the death and details of the incident," the company said in a statement. Whereas, Andhra Pradesh DGP, Damodar Goutam Sawang said that gas has been neutralized and around 800 were shifted to hospital. “Right now gas has been neutralised. One of the antidote is drinking a lot of water. Around 800 were shifted to hospital, many have been discharged. An investigation will be carried out to see how this happened,” Andhra Pradesh DGP Damodar Goutam Sawang said. “Vizag Gas Leak is an accident. They were strictly following all protocols. Investigation underway. Forensic teams are also being sent to the spot,” he added. As per reports, the gas leakage occurred around 3 am at the LG Polymers industry at RR Venkatapuram near Naiduthota area close to Gopalapatnam. Residents, near the chemical gas plant, reported burning sensation in their eyes and difficulty in breathing, officials said. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi prayed for everyone’s safety and well-being while stating that he has spoken to officials at the Home Affairs ministry and the NDMA regarding the incident.

Vizag gas leak: From Virat Kohli to Yuvraj Singh, sports fraternity extend condolences to families affected