Lanzhou Fire and Rescue Brigade organized an emergency drill using its petrochemical specialty team
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Recently, the Lanzhou Fire and Rescue Brigade organized a team specialized in petrochemical emergencies to conduct on-site visits to locations such as the Lanzhou Petrochemical Plant, the parking area for hazardous materials tankers, and Sinopec gas stations. Through training methods including expert lectures, on-site observations, and practical demonstrations, the brigade aimed to enhance the fire service’s ability to handle petrochemical accidents scientifically. It also carried out emergency drills for dealing with hazardous materials in collaboration with the Lanzhou Petrochemical Brigade. Reporter: Qu Juan, New Gansu·Gansu Economic Daily. Photo source: Gansu Economic Daily
Fires in chemical plants are often accompanied by the release of various toxic and harmful substances, and such fires can trigger other accidents such as explosions; therefore, it is not sufficient to simply conduct fire drills – it is also necessary to understand the sources and extent of the hazards
A similar event was held 15 years ago: a joint emergency rescue drill carried out by the city’s fire department and the specialized fire teams of chemical companies