Firefighters respond to vehicular incident involving hydrogen peroxide at Goriyiri

Firefighters from the Upper West Regional Command have responded to a vehicular incident involving a long vehicle carrying 35 Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBC totes) reportedly containing hydrogen peroxide at Goriyiri in the Nadowli-Kaleo District.

The five-member crew, led by ASTNO Balagee, reported to the scene where a fire and an explosion had reportedly occurred.

The firefighters assessed the scene, identified the chemical hazards and implemented appropriate response measures, bringing the situation under control.

The driver reportedly sustained severe chemical burns and was transported to the hospital for treatment.

By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme