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Will a chlorine gas-related incident occur in the alerted states by February 28, 2025?
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Alert Issued in Multiple States After Chlorine Gas Cylinder Theft in Querétaro; UN ID 1017, Highly Toxic
Jan 4, 2025, 08:35 PM
An alert has been issued in several Mexican states following the theft of a chlorine gas cylinder from the Comisión de Aguas de Querétaro. The incident has raised concerns due to the toxic nature of chlorine, which can be fatal if inhaled or if it comes into contact with skin. The alert specifically targets the civil protection units in Guanajuato, Hidalgo, Estado de México, Michoacán, San Luis Potosí, and Querétaro. The United Nations identification number for the substance is 1017, indicating its hazardous classification. Authorities are urging vigilance regarding the potential dangers posed by the stolen cylinder.
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