Toxic ammonia leak in Oklahoma sends 36 to hospitals after fertiliser spill
An anhydrous ammonia gas leak in Weatherford, Oklahoma, has left at least 36 people hospitalised with respiratory distress. The incident occurred when a tanker truck operated by Corey Edward Nash released the fertiliser in a hotel parking lot, prompting the evacuation of several nursing homes and schools, and sheltering hundreds of residents.
Anhydrous ammonia, a fertiliser used to enrich soil with nitrogen for crops like corn and wheat, poses significant health risks. Contact with it in gas or liquid form can cause severe burns. Last week, a similar incident involving an anhydrous ammonia leak due to an explosion at a plant in Mississippi led to evacuations. In Weatherford, the gas release from the tanker truck caused immediate concern, with first responders rushing to the scene. Around 500 to 600 people were advised to stay indoors as a precautionary measure.
The Weatherford incident serves as a reminder of the potential hazards associated with anhydrous ammonia. Authorities are investigating the cause of the leak and will work to ensure the safety of the community moving forward. The affected individuals are receiving medical care, and the situation is being monitored closely.
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