Pune: toxic leak in Tamhini Ghat after the misfortune of acid tankers; Travelers complain about eye irritation

Reported by Mubarak Ansari

Mulshi, May 25, 2025: A great chemical accident was averted on Sunday morning after a hydrochloric acid anchor was worn with almost 28,000 liter Overturned in the area of ​​Tamhini Ghat near Dongerwadi village because poor visibility was caused by heavy fog.

According to officials from the PMRDA fire brigade, the tanker (MH 04 HD 4530) belonged to the M/S BETA Chemical, Mahad Midc, on the way from Mahad to M/S Pune Marketing, Bhekrai Nagar, Furungi. Around 8:30 a.m., the vehicle overturned on a damaged section of the street, which was unpredictable under the foggy conditions. The spill exposed toxic vapors and spread through the steep slopes in nearby forest areas, which was a significant threat to the local biodiversity.

The driver of the tanker was briefly caught in the cabin. A bus driver who followed the tanker acted quickly and stopped to save the injured driver who suffered minor finger injuries. The authorities confirmed that the chemical went into the deep valley next to the street, which caused the eye irritation for drivers and passers -by due to the toxic vapors.

Officials stated that almost 90% of the tanker's content was leaked through out of During the incident. A coordinated emergency reaction with the PMRDA Fire Brigade, the Mulshi Disaster Management Team, the LCS reaction team, the Raigad Rescue Team and the local police ensured this. that the The area was secured and the overturned vehicle was safely removed with a crane.

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“Fortunately, there were no deaths or serious injuries,” said a PMRDA fire brigade officer. “We quickly acted to contain the situation and protect the residents and Traveler From the exposure. “

The authorities have asked the transport companies to change caution while navigating foggy areas such as Tamhini Ghat and avoiding such routes in unwanted weather conditions. Further investigations by the incident are underway.

After learning the incident, Tuhin Satarkar, Director – Operations at ResQ CT, informed the deputy conservator of the Tushar Chavan forests immediately. With his rapid approval for the continuation of the team, the team mobilized in order to direct the damage control processes without delay on site.

The SVRS × Resq team, which Sagar Dahimbekar is guided, worked in the presence of officials from the forest company and the police staff to arrest the chemical leakage and initiated neutralization efforts. A total of 800 kilograms of hydrated lime (90% powder) were used strategically to neutralize the acid that had already been drained into the environment. High -ranking officials from the Ministry of Forestry, including the Samir Ingale, Range Forest Officer (RFO), were present on site to monitor the reduction.