Mountain smoldering nickel sulphide in Antwerp: disaster plan in force

antwerp - The disaster phase applies due to a major fire in the port of Antwerp. The fire in the shed has been raging since Saturday morning, but the fire department does not get the fire under control. It involves 5000 tons of smoldering nickel sulphide.

The smoke can cause people to suffer from the eyes. There is also a lot of stench. Local residents are advised to close windows and doors and to switch off ventilation.

Ships and companies within a radius of two kilometers around the company have been evacuated. A busy access road has been closed.