Chemicals
Multiple injuries, at least one dead in chemical tank rupture in Washington state - report
Multiple patients who suffered from chemical burns and other injuries were transported to nearby hospitals. Authorities said the implosion posed "no immediate threat to the surrounding community."
Man dies after car explodes in Afula, as police arrest three for suspected murder in Haifa
Man sprays unidentified chemical into Japan mall, injuring at least 20 - report
Possible fissure in California chemical tank may help prevent explosion, fire official says
Estimated 40,000 evacuated in California as toxic chemical tank poised to leak or explode
The tank contains methyl methacrylate, a “highly toxic” substance which can impact the respiratory system, and can cause skin and eye irritation, HAZMAT program manager, Division Chief Freeman said.
Iranian missile hit on Ne'ot Hovav factory leads to fear of chemical leakage
The Environmental Protection Ministry stated that the possibility of hazardous chemicals leaking was being investigated, but that at this stage, there was no expected risk to nearby towns.
Brushing teeth and the surprising exposure to a substance that is dangerous to your health
Studies show that toothbrushes and dental floss may release microplastic particles. Is the risk serious? And how can exposure to the dangerous substance be reduced.
Iranian ships leave Chinese port with suspected missile fuel during war - report
Two sanctioned Iranian vessels departed a Chinese chemical port carrying what experts say may be sodium perchlorate, a key missile fuel ingredient, raising questions about Beijing’s Tehran relations.
Police arrest oxygen tank supplier partner in connection with oil refinery deaths in Ashdod
The suspect arrested on Monday is a partner in the company that supplies the oxygen tanks to the Ashdod refinery.
Two women declared dead after suspected oxygen suit failures at Ashdod oil refinery
The Israel Police announced that it opened an investigation into the accident, emphasizing that “at this moment, there is no risk of hazardous materials leaking outside to the public.”
UNIFIL denounces IDF over chemical substance drops near Blue Line, despite military pre-warning
Meanwhile, the IDF carried out several airstrikes on Hezbollah terrorists and terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon.
Ben-Gvir to conduct security assessment after death of toddlers at Jerusalem kindergarten
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir will hold a security assessment with police and fire officials following the incident at a Jerusalem kindergarten.
Hundreds protest in Tunisia’s capital over worsening pollution crisis
Residents of Gabes have reported rising rates of respiratory illnesses, osteoporosis and cancer, which they blame on toxic gases from the state chemical group’s phosphate plants.
Physicist Warns: 'Forever Chemicals' Detected in Feminine Hygiene Items
Graham Peaslee explains these chemicals pose risks to wearers and persist in the environment.
