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Toxic Methyl Bromide Gas Leak Sparks Emergency Response in Ramat Hasharon Residential Building
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First reported by Mako · 23 hours ago
What happened
A methyl bromide gas leak in a Ramat Hasharon residential building on July 26 prompted a swift emergency response, evacuations, and street closures. The leak originated from a container in the basement, likely disturbed by a child or teenager. Despite residents experiencing eye and respiratory irritation, no medical treatment was needed.
- 01Methyl bromide gas leaked from a container in a Ramat Hasharon apartment building basement.
- 02Emergency services including firefighters, police, and medical teams responded rapidly.
- 03Residents experienced eye burning, coughing, and irritation; children were among those affected.
- 04The leak was likely caused by a child or teenager moving the container.
- 05Hazmat teams sealed the container and decontaminated exposed personnel.
- 06No injuries required medical treatment following the incident.
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