3 people hospitalized, including a staff member and 2 bystanders, in a chemical explosion at Sydney's Sports Aquatic Center on October 15 during acid chemical disposal.

A chemical explosion at the University of Sydney's Sports Aquatic Center on October 15 hospitalized three people, including a staff member and two bystanders. The incident occurred during the disposal of acid-based chemicals, resulting in burns and fume inhalation. Emergency crews established an exclusion zone and called in HAZMAT assistance. The area was later decontaminated and declared safe, while authorities advised nearby students to monitor for symptoms.

October 15, 2024
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