How many bags of chemical waste caught fire in Pontian?

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24 Bags of Chemical Waste Caught Fire in Pontian

A fire that involved 24 bags containing aluminium dross chemical waste in the Pontian Industrial Area was fully extinguished by 6pm today. The firefighting operation, which commenced after an emergency call at 3:59pm yesterday, successfully contained the blaze.
Firefighting Methods Employed

The fire was put out using soil and sand, a deliberate choice to avoid releasing harmful fumes that would have occurred if water had been used. This method was effective in fully extinguishing the flames.
Standby Operations and Waste Management

Although the fire is out, a team of firefighters will remain on standby at the scene until 8am tomorrow to monitor for any potential resurgence. The incident involved a total of 1,116 bags of chemical waste, weighing 558 tonnes.
Waste Quantity and Containment

Out of the 1,116 bags, each weighing 500kg, only 24 bags caught fire. The remaining bags were safely removed from the affected area and relocated to a secure section within the factory compound. No fatalities have been reported, and investigations into the cause and estimated losses are ongoing.

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