In a lab on Sovetskaya Street, during the transfer of hydrofluoric acid, a hose suddenly burst, and about 300 milligrams of the dangerous liquid spilled out. Emergency services arrived immediately, and the building was evacuated due to the risk of toxic fumes entering the ventilation. The substance is now being neutralized, no one was injured.
The incident occurred in a laboratory located on Sovetskaya Street. According to preliminary information, during the pumping of hydrofluoric acid, the hose suddenly burst. As a result, 300 milligrams of the dangerous liquid leaked.The emergency was immediately reported to the Ministry of Emergency Situations. City emergency services arrived at the scene.
Fearing that the toxic vapors would enter the ventilation system, it was decided to evacuate all workers from the building. Work is now underway to neutralize the dangerous substance. No one was injured.