Lucknow Scare: Formalin-Laden Truck Overturns on Kisan Path
A truck carrying formalin overturned on Lucknow's Kisan Path after a tyre burst. NDRF and SDRF teams are working to neutralise the chemical leak.
Panic gripped a section of Lucknow's Bakshi Ka Talab (BKT) area on Sunday after a truck transporting formalin overturned on the busy Kisan Path. The accident, triggered by a sudden tyre burst, led to a chemical leak that prompted an immediate emergency response from multiple security and disaster management agencies to prevent a larger crisis.
Rapid Response and Containment
As soon as the incident was reported, a massive operation was launched to secure the site. DCP (North) Amit Kumar Anand confirmed that teams from the police, fire brigade, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) rushed to the spot.
To prevent public exposure and avoid traffic congestion, authorities quickly cordoned off the affected stretch of Kisan Path and diverted vehicles to alternative routes. Expert teams are currently on-site, working tirelessly to neutralise the leaked chemical and ensure the area is safe for the public.
Health Warnings for Local Residents
Given the volatile nature of formalin, officials have issued specific health advisories for people living or working near the accident site. DCP Anand warned that exposure to the substance could lead to irritation in the throat and eyes.
Those experiencing itching or discomfort were advised to immediately rinse the affected areas with cold water. To manage any health emergencies, a dedicated medical team has been stationed at the scene to provide immediate care.
Administration and Government Action
Additional District Magistrate Ram Ji Mishra stated that while transportation in the area has been halted, the situation remains under control. He emphasized that appropriate medical measures are being implemented based on the chemical properties of formalin, and currently, there is no indication of a critical or grave situation.
The incident drew the immediate attention of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Expressing serious concern over the truck overturning and the subsequent gas leak, the Chief Minister directed officials to:
- Intensify all relief and rescue operations.
- Strengthen security arrangements in the affected zone.
- Maintain continuous and vigilant monitoring of the site.
- Ensure the absolute safety of the general public.
Authorities continue to monitor the air quality and chemical levels in the vicinity to ensure that the neutralisation process is complete before reopening the road to the public.