Dangerous neighborhood: Focus on chlorine orgas production in Brückl!

Dangerous neighborhood: Focus on chlorine orgas production in Brückl!

The production and storage of Chlorgas in Brückl, Carinthia, is increasingly becoming the focus due to the relevant considerable risks to the environment and health of residents. The Donau Chemistry company generates between 10,000 and 15,000 tons of this highly toxic gas annually. Although chlorine gas is essential for industry, especially for the production of disinfectants, it harbors massive dangers. As OE24 so far there is no legally prescribed minimum interval for chemical operations, which further concerns the concern reinforced.

Lawyer Dr. Wolfgang List, an expert in environmental law, emphasizes that the endangerment of potential chemical accidents is enormous near the Danube Chemical plant in Brückl, which is only 300 to 500 meters away from residential areas. Chlorgas is known for causing respiratory diseases and serious health damage even in low concentrations. In his opinion, the previous security measures are not sufficient to adequately protect the adjacent population. The implementation of the Seveso III directive, which prescribes strict safety precautions for chemical companies, is inadequate, said List. Also reports about earlier cases in the region in the region was released, which underlines the urgency of effective protection.