Bangkok: Department of Health supports the SEhRT team, Health Center 6, Chonburi, to join in surveillance. Assess health risks and the environment from emergency chemical truck spills Samut Prakan Province, together with the Samut Prakan Provincial Public Health Office team Emphasis is placed on public relations communications and giving advice to people on taking care of their own and their families’ health. Especially at-risk groups Vulnerable group
Dr. Atthaphon Kaewsamrit, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Health Revealing the case of an emergency, a truck carrying Aluminum Phosphide pesticides caused a leak, a fire, and toxic gas spread in the surrounding area, Soi Phon Sawang 12, Samrong Nuea Subdistrict, Mueang District, Samut Prakan Province. which such chemicals If it gets in contact with water, it will produce a highly toxic gas. When inhaled, it affects the respiratory system. and public health. Although the chemical leak situation has now been alleviated and the spilled substances have
been properly disposed of, But people living around the incident area are still concerned about their exposure to the poisonous gas.
Dr. Atthaphon It went on to say: Dr. Atchara Nithipinyasakul Director General of the Department of Health Concerned about the health of people who may be affected by the chemical spill incident, the SehRT team of Health Center 6, Chonburi, has been sent to the area to support working with the operational team. Samut Prakan Provincial Public Health Office To assess environmental and health risks as follows: 1) Survey the risks of chemical residues. Assess the air quality within nearby residential buildings. 2) Coordinate with the agencies responsible for collecting air pollution. Clean road surfaces that may contain chemicals that have been covered with sand so that no residue remains. To prevent health risks. 3) Communicate to create public awareness of taking care of the environment, cleaning it, and recommending adequate ventilation within the home. 4) Participate in health r
isk assessments. and giving advice to the people and recommending their own health care and families, especially at-risk groups, vulnerable groups, and 5) support N95 masks to protect against chemicals for people around the incident area to prevent exposure to chemicals that may remain in the environment.
For protection methods To reduce health risks People in affected areas should open doors and windows for ventilation and avoid using air conditioners temporarily. to allow air circulation Reduce the residue of toxins within the home. Recommend cleaning the house, sweeping, wiping, washing equipment or furniture in the house. To reduce aerosol contamination or soot from chemical fires from such events By wearing a mask or wearing gloves while cleaning. Always observe your own symptoms. and family members, especially at-risk groups Vulnerable groups in the home include the elderly, young children, and pregnant women. and those who have respiratory problems if they have symptoms or abnormalities from inhaling
toxins such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, etc., please see a doctor immediately. The Department of Health is ready to support environmental health management. and public health care in the event of an emergency from a chemical spill. To ensure that all citizens are safe, have knowledge and understanding of good health care and environmental health management. Reduce health risks for yourself and your family further
Source: Thai News Agency