A woman being taken to Stadium Perbandaran Pasir Gudang for treatment after breathing in toxic fumes at Sg Kim Kim, Pasir Gudang, yesterday. Residents in the nearby areas want the government to declare a state of emergency. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Nazir Sufari, March 16, 2019.
PUTRAJAYA’S assurance that the situation in Sg Kim Kim in Johor is under control rings hollow for Mohamed Syahmi, especially after his pregnant wife had to be rushed to the Pasir Gudang Stadium for treatment yesterday.Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!
PasirGudang Johor Yes. Immediate evacuation of the area (not just closing schools) should have taken place, while investigating type & source of gas/fumes, level (ppm) and plume / area affected. There must be clear ERP DRP SOP. DOE JAS & local authorities just reacting.
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