Today, we spoke about the explosion that occurred this morning in the Al Quoz factory--illegally making fire-crackers! So far, there have been conflicting reports about the death toll. While writing this, we have confirmed reports of two dead and three injured.
Some questions that were raised: How did the banned activity take place? Why are schools, residential apartments and labour accommodation built so close to factories and warehouses? Should we be concerned by potential health risks?
Dr. Parviz Rashvand of Synergy Integrated Center asked the people affected to visit a medical professional if you have acquired a cough or breathing difficulties. If you've had any ashes or debris fall on you, have a shower with LOTS of water!
First, the Ghantoot crash and now, this explosion. Too many shockers packed in one month. Will we still learn our lesson or do we wait for such catastrophes to remind us of basic security measures?
Some questions that were raised: How did the banned activity take place? Why are schools, residential apartments and labour accommodation built so close to factories and warehouses? Should we be concerned by potential health risks?
Dr. Parviz Rashvand of Synergy Integrated Center asked the people affected to visit a medical professional if you have acquired a cough or breathing difficulties. If you've had any ashes or debris fall on you, have a shower with LOTS of water!
First, the Ghantoot crash and now, this explosion. Too many shockers packed in one month. Will we still learn our lesson or do we wait for such catastrophes to remind us of basic security measures?
5 comments:
Hala Fatma,
I saw the photos! Amazing how the whole Dubai was/is engulfed in a thick blanket of smoke.
I'm glad you're safe!
Al7mdilla!
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