US EditionGas Leak at Palghar Chemical Unit Results in Eye Irritation; over 2600 Evacuated: Watch Video
Over 2,600 people were evacuated as a 2,500-litre oleum gas leak caused respiratory issues within a 5 km radius; containment efforts by NDRF and fire brigade continue.
- On March 2, 2026, a 2,500-litre oleum tank leaked at Bhageria Industries Ltd.'s Boisar MIDC unit around 2 p.m., creating a dense white cloud over the area.
- Following a fire at the company, officials said the leak surfaced, causing chaos among workers and local citizens while investigating authorities monitor the situation.
- Chemical experts and NDRF teams entered the site using SCBA, evacuated neighbouring units and the MIDC colony, and deployed sandbags to contain the fumes.
- Residents within a three to four-kilometre radius reported eye irritation, coughing and difficulty breathing, while three hospitalized individuals are stable, officials said.
- Palghar Police and NDRF remain on site while authorities said leaking has almost stopped and urged residents to move opposite the wind, cover nose and mouth, and wash affected skin and eyes for 15-20 minutes.
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Palghar: Oleum Gas Leak at Bhageria Chemicals After Fire, Residents Report Breathing Issues and Eye Irritation (Watch Video)
Panic gripped the entire Tarapur MIDC area in Palghar district on Monday after an Oleum gas leak was reported at the Bhageria Chemical Company. The impact of the leak is said to be so severe that residents living within a three to four-kilometre radius are experiencing symptoms such as eye irritation, coughing, and difficulty breathing. Palghar: Oleum Gas Leak at Bhageria Chemicals After Fire, Residents Report Breathing Issues and Eye Irritation…
Gas leak at Palghar chemical unit results in eye irritation; over 2600 evacuated: Watch video
A hazardous oleum gas leak in Palghar, India, led to the evacuation of over 2,600 individuals, including 1,600 students. Three people experienced minor eye irritation. Authorities are managing the situation and urging residents to stay indoors and avoid rumors.
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