As of July 19, the situation at the scene remains under complete control and there is no danger for Peace Corps Volunteers. The tanks with yellow phosphorus are being removed. So far, two tanks have been placed on the platform. The other nine tanks are being repaired. The Sanitary and Epidemiological Station experts have analyzed samples of air, water, soil, and plants and have not detected any anomalies. During the day the second round of samples has been performed in Bus’ky, Radehivs’ky and Brods’ky districts.
Since the day of the accident, 152 persons (among them 27 children) have been hospitalized including 14 rescuers and 3 doctors. The rest of people hospitalized are residents of neighboring towns. No serious cases.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations experts and local doctors have been performing medical and prevention procedures for the residents of the aforementioned districts. The locals are also offered medical examinations in Lviv hospitals.
The following scope of work is planned for July 20: the removal and repair of tanks with yellow phosphorus, ongoing supply of fire extinguishing agent, monitoring of the surrounding area, regular updates for local residents.
1 comment:
I hope they aren't underestimating the potential problems from this-glad to hear so far you haven't been affected. Sad to hear the people who are involved are the ones least able to deal with it. take care, be smart and hang in there...I miss you!
love,
mom
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