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Chlorine Leak in Hamburg Apartment Building Triggers Major Emergency Response

Firefighters in Alsterdorf inspect a basement pool leak in protective gear with operations continuing.

Overview

  • The alarm was raised at about 16:40 on Friday for a chlorine release on Rathenaustraße in Hamburg’s Alsterdorf district.
  • Residents were evacuated after hazardous gas was traced to a private swimming pool in the basement of a multi-family house.
  • Fire crews are operating with breathing apparatus and special protective suits to examine and contain the leak.
  • One person sustained minor injuries and was transported to a hospital for treatment.
  • Police are supporting on site and will investigate the origin of the release, which remains undetermined.