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Phosphate Company Controls Minor Ammonia Leak At Aqaba Complex, 11 Injured


(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency)

Amman, Sept 14 (Petra) -- The Jordan Phosphate Mines Company (JPMC) said a minor ammonia gas leak occurred at its industrial complex in Aqaba during maintenance work to remove an old ammonia compressor belonging to a client firm, clarifying that the leak did not originate from any of the complex's main storage tanks.

In a statement issued on Monday, the company confirmed that its on-site personnel contained the leak in record time and handled the incident with high professionalism.

The incident resulted in minor injuries to 11 workers, who received necessary medical care. Most of the injured have been discharged from the hospital, while a few remain under medical observation as a precautionary measure.

JPMC commended the rapid response of Civil Defense Directorate (CDD) teams, the Environment Commission at the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA), local authorities in the Aqaba Governorate, and the industrial complex's staff for their prompt and responsible coordination.

The company reaffirmed its commitment to occupational safety standards and public safety measures to maintain a safe working environment across its facilities.

//Petra// AF

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