The incident of gas leaking from a gas filling plant in Vishwakarma area of Rajasthan capital Jaipur created a stir in the entire area. Due to this leakage, dense white smoke spread in the surrounding area, creating an atmosphere of fear and panic among the people. As soon as information about the incident was received, teams of civil defense, police, and fire brigade reached the spot and started controlling the situation.
Place and cause of incident
This incident took place at a gas filling plant located on Road No. 18 in Vishwakarma area of Jaipur. According to initial information, carbon dioxide gas was being filled in the tanks of the plant. Due to a fault in the valve of the tank, gas started leaking. Within no time the gas spread all around and a thick layer of whiteness covered the roads, houses, vehicles and trees.
Protective measures and situation under control
As soon as information about the incident was received, the Civil Defense and Fire Brigade teams immediately reached the spot and brought the situation under control.
- Valve closed: The valves of the tank were closed to prevent leakage.
- Effect of gas: A large amount of gas had spread due to the leak, but it was controlled due to the promptness of the teams.
- No casualties: It is a matter of relief that there is no news of anyone getting injured or loss of life or property in this incident.
Fear increased due to earlier incidents
This incident of gas leak in Jaipur has increased the concerns of the people.
- Memory of the recent accident: A few days ago, 20 people died in an accident due to leaking of a gas tanker on a highway.
- Panic atmosphere: After this incident, the local people became scared, although the situation has now been completely controlled.
Uses and effects of carbon dioxide gas
Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is used in many important functions:
- In fire extinguishers: It is used to extinguish fire.
- In the medical field: CO₂ is used in medical procedures.
- Dry Ice Manufacturing: Useful in keeping ice cream, frozen food and medicines cold.
- Natural Process: This is the gas that we exhale when we exhale.
Rescue and further planning in the area
- Safety Measures: The plant requires regular inspections and better safety measures.
- Local awareness: It is necessary to make local residents aware about the possible impact of such gas and measures to deal with it.
- Preparation for the future: To prevent such incidents, strict adherence to safety standards will have to be ensured in the plant.
This incident that took place in Vishwakarma area of Jaipur could have become a major accident, but the matter of relief is that it was averted by timely steps taken. The promptness of the local administration and security forces averted a major disaster. However, this incident is a reminder that any negligence in security and vigilance can lead to serious consequences.
