Why gas leaks keep happening in Tarapur Boisar

Key Highlights

• Officials said the leak initially originated from a level indicator glass, a transparent tube like device used to visually monitor liquid levels in industrial tanks.
• What began as a minor leak soon escalated, releasing sulphur trioxide fumes and creating a dense haze that reduced visibility within the factory premises.
• “The smoke spread in the direction of the wind for nearly a kilometre towards the southern side, forcing us to evacuate facilities located in that direction,” an official involved in the operation said.
• The thick fumes also made it difficult for rescue teams to quickly identify the exact source of the leak.
• Why leaks are frequent in the region Officials say there is no single reason behind the recurring incidents but point to the heavy concentration of chemical industries in the region.