Third Worker Dies After Gas Cylinder Explosion at Intel Plant in Kiryat Gat
Translated & summarized from Kan News by baba
A third worker has died following a gas cylinder explosion at Intel's factory in Kiryat Gat, with a man in his 40s succumbing to his injuries. The incident has now resulted in three fatalities and one serious injury. Intel expressed sorrow and pledged cooperation with investigators, while the environmental ministry is examining potential ecological consequences.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- A man in his 40s died from injuries sustained in a gas cylinder explosion at Intel's Kiryat Gat factory.
- The explosion has resulted in a total of three worker fatalities.
- A third worker remains hospitalized in serious condition, sedated and on a respirator.
- Intel expressed sorrow over the deaths and pledged full cooperation with the investigation.
- The Ministry of Environmental Protection is investigating the incident and its environmental impact.
A man in his 40s, who was injured in a gas cylinder explosion at Intel's factory in Kiryat Gat, has died, Soroka Hospital announced Thursday morning. This marks the third fatality from the incident. Yesterday, another worker who was critically injured was pronounced dead, and a third worker, in his 20s, remains hospitalized in serious condition, sedated and on a respirator.
Intel expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of two employees, extending condolences to their families, friends, and colleagues. The company wished the third injured worker a full recovery and stated they are cooperating fully with the authorities investigating the incident. Intel pledged to continue supporting the affected families and individuals.
The explosion occurred while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was visiting the city. Initial concerns about a leak of hazardous materials were later dismissed. The Ministry of Environmental Protection confirmed it is investigating the incident and its environmental implications.
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