A toxic aluminium phosphide canister, a rat poison releasing phosphine gas, was found on a beach in Gladstone, Queensland.
A toxic aluminium canister containing aluminium phosphide, a rat poison releasing deadly phosphine gas, was found on a beach near Cape Capricorn, Gladstone, Queensland. If opened, the canister's powder reacts with moisture to release the gas, which has a strong odor and can cause severe health issues and death. Queensland Police urge locals not to touch, move, or open any similar canisters found on the beach, but instead contact emergency services on triple zero.
May 17, 2024
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