Chemical Chaos at Guy’s Hospital: Nine Treated After Chlorine Leak
Drama unfolded at Guy’s Hospital in Southwark this morning when a chemical incident sparked panic. Nine people needed medical attention after a chlorine gas leak in a plant room. Four of them were rushed to hospital.
Emergency Services Rush to Scene
The alarm was raised just before 9am after the leak was reported in a “non-patient area” of the hospital. The dangerous gas was thought to have formed after chemicals were accidentally mixed.
One staff member was hurt during the initial reaction. Several colleagues who rushed to help suffered chlorine gas inhalation and required treatment.
Fire Brigade and Hazardous Team Respond
- Two fire engines and two fire rescue units deployed
- Command unit and hazardous materials officers on site
- Basement and ground floors evacuated as a precaution
- Crews ventilated the building and monitored chlorine levels
- Emergency teams left by 11am after declaring the area safe
Hospital and Ambulance Services Confirm Details
“One staff member was injured and several people, who came to the aid of the person, were treated for the inhalation of chlorine gas.” – Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust spokesperson
The London Ambulance Service confirmed that multiple units responded, including the Hazardous Area Response Team (HART), treating nine patients in total. Four were taken to hospital while five were treated and discharged on the spot.
“We treated nine patients, taking four patients to hospital and discharging five patients at the scene.” – London Ambulance Service spokesperson
The hospital assured the public that patient services were not disrupted and the affected area is now safe.
