Suspected Hydrogen Sulfide Gas Leak at Busan Daycare Leaves 9 Injured, Including Children

A gas leak, suspected to be hydrogen sulfide, occurred in the restroom of a daycare center in Busanjin-gu, Busan, at approximately 3:30 p.m. today (June 18).

According to the Busan Metropolitan Fire and Disaster Headquarters and the police, nine people, including three teachers and six children, are receiving medical treatment after complaining of dizziness.

The police believe that hydrogen sulfide generated from a bath facility within the building leaked into the daycare center's restroom and are currently investigating the exact circumstances of the incident.


(Photo: Courtesy of Busan Metropolitan Fire and Disaster Headquarters)
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