Jordanian ports chief fired over Aqaba accident – Muricas News

Jordanian Prime Minister Bishr al-Kasaune fired the top of the Ports Authority and several other different officers over alleged involvement in a lethal chlorine leak within the port of Aqaba. The accident resulted within the demise of 13 individuals, about 250 have been injured.

“Severe shortcomings have been revealed through the investigation. Safety protocols for dealing with hazardous supplies weren't adopted. On the finish of the investigation, the supplies shall be transferred to the prosecutor’s workplace,” the top of presidency stated.

On 27 June, a harmful chemical leaked on board a cargo ship within the port of Aqaba. Reportedly, a barrel of chlorine fell off a faucet. Upon affect, toxic fuel was launched into the environment, the ship was surrounded by a caustic yellow cloud.

Jordanian tv confirmed footage of rescue staff in protecting overalls and fuel masks carrying the our bodies of the lifeless from the ship. Divers have been concerned within the work.