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Lucknow airport: Panic after fluorine leakage detected; NDRF team rushed
A fluorine leakage was detected at Lucknow's Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport. Fire services, NDRF, and SDR teams are at the spot.
Panic gripped Lucknow's Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport after a fluorine leakage was reported at the cargo area of the Terminal 3 on Saturday afternoon.
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The fire service, along with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the State Disaster Response Force (SDR teams, are on the scene.
Where did fluorine leak occur at Lucknow airport?
The leak is from the packaging of a medicine that contains fluorine, and efforts are underway to identify and manage the situation, according to fire department.
What are negative impacts of fluorine?
According to a safety data sheet, fluorine exposure may lead to significant health hazards:
• Fluorine may cause or intensify fire; acts as an oxidizer.
• Contains gas under pressure, which may explode if heated.
• Fatal if inhaled, posing severe health dangers.
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• Causes severe burns and serious eye damage.
• Corrosive to the respiratory tract, leading to potential long-term damage.
How to prevent fluorine exposure
• Use protective gloves, eye or face protection, and respiratory protection.
• Keep fluorine away from clothing, incompatible materials, and combustible materials. Ensure reduction valves are free from grease and oil.
• Use fluorine only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas to prevent accumulation of gas.
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• Do not breathe in fluorine gas. Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking while handling the substance.
• Wash hands thoroughly after handling fluorine and store it only in well-ventilated places.
