"eight workers were reportedly affected by the fumes ...."

Furnaces need a combustible fuel to operate. The use, delivery, and storage of the fuel can be hazardous. Here is a recent incident highlight a hidden hazard in every plant that process molten metal.

A major fire broke out one evening at the (an aluminium company) near the (location name omitted), sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and causing panic among residents of nearby villages. This incident marks the third major industrial fire reported in the area in recent times, raising serious concerns about safety measures in local factories.

According to initial reports, the fire started in the upper section of a pipeline carrying waste oil within the factory. The flames spread rapidly, resulting in heavy smoke accumulation inside the premises. As a result, eight workers were reportedly affected by the fumes and experienced breathing difficulties. Emergency services responded promptly. All eight workers were transported in ambulances, with six admitted to the (local) Hospital and two shifted to (a farther) Hospital for further treatment. The firefighting operation was led by District Fire Officer, with fire engines dispatched from three nearby departments to bring the blaze under control.

The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation. Authorities, visited the site to inspect the damage. Local police have launched a formal inquiry into the incident.

We pray the injured workers recover fully from their injuries. This incident hits close to home as we gave an online molten metal safety seminar to this plant.