Toxic gas leak kills 8 at Bangladesh ship-breaking yard

Eight workers have died following a toxic gas leak at the Ferdaus Steel Shipbreaking Yard in Sitakund subdistrict, Chattogram, Bangladesh. The incident occurred on Friday during the dismantling of a decommissioned ship. Many workers lost consciousness and were taken to a local hospital, where six were declared dead. Doctors reported the victims showed signs of both physical injuries and gas inhalation. Two additional workers' bodies were later found at the yard.

At least eight workers died and several others were injured due to a suspected toxic gas leak at the Ferdous Steel Ship Breaking Yard in Sitakunda, Bangladesh, on Friday. The incident occurred during the dismantling of a decommissioned ship. Authorities are investigating the cause of the gas emission and whether adequate safety measures were in place. Bangladesh's shipbreaking industry is a significant global player, but green campaigners have raised concerns about its lack of safety and environmental standards.