Urgent situations - University of Hamburg: Individual Suffers from Chemical Injuries in Fire Department Intervention
A man was hurt at the University of Hamburg after a dangerous chemical leaked on him. It's suspected that he was attempting to close a container holding bromine when the incident occurred, a fire department rep told the media on Tuesday. The harmful substance sprayed onto his hand. To address the situation, the fire department dispatched a larger team and their specialists donned safety gear while entering the Institute of Pharmacy. "Naturally, we come equipped with plenty of gear. We don't know what we're dealing with and want to ensure our team members remain safe," the rep explained.
Thankfully, the man received an antidote to counteract the noxious liquid. Soon after, paramedics transferred him to the hospital for further treatment. Brom is a thick, reddish-brown liquid with a highly corrosive and fatal nature. Additionally, it can cause harm to the respiratory system.
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In response to the chemical injury, the University of Hamburg's fire department launched an emergency operation, deploying a larger team and donning safety gear. Due to the uncertainties surrounding the harmful liquid, the fire department emphasized the importance of cauterization to safeguard their team members. Fortunately, the man's injuries were manageable and the fire department's prompt intervention greatly contributed to his recovery.
