Palghar, July 13: A suspected Bromine gas leak from a drugs factory in Tarapur industrial area in Palghar district on Saturday affected some persons, an official said. Palghar District Disaster Management cell chief Vivekanand Kadam said the leak was reported at around 1:30 PM, following which teams of disaster cell personnel, fire brigade, and factory inspectors rushed to the spot to identify the problem and take corrective measures. Maharashtra Boiler Blast: Two Dead, 5 Injured After Blast in Chemical Factory Due to Gas Leak in Palghar; Investigation Underway.

"Some people in the vicinity of the factory complained of nausea and giddiness. The exact number of the affected residents is being ascertained as teams are busy plugging the leak," he added.

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