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Essex explosion chemical alert
People living close to the scene of a chemical explosion in Essex were urged to stay indoors last night as emergency crews tackled a caustic soda leak following a blast at a chemical plant.
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'No risk to the public' after Essex chemical blast
Injuries reported after explosion at Essex factory
Police have confirmed a second person received minor injuries after an apparent explosion at an industrial chemcials unit in West Thurrock, Essex this evening. Both were employees at the site.
Safety experts have declared the area safe and there was no longer any danger to the public, the force added.
The cause of the explosion is being investigated.
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Police: 'Danger has passed' after Essex explosion
Essex Police have withdrawn their advice to residents to stay indoors after an explosion at a chemical plant in West Thurrock this evening.
A spokeswoman said the chemical smell had dissipated and any danger had passed.
Police urge residents to stay indoors after explosion
Essex police urged people who live around West Thurrock to stay indoors due to the chemical smell after an explosion at a factory.
Explosion at chemical factory in Essex
One man has been injured after an explosion at a chemical factory in West Thurrock, Essex, emergency services said.
Essex Fire Service said the incident had "caused a leak of caustic soda liquid."
Residents report 'massive bang' after Essex explosion
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Industrial area close to residential streets
Emergency services in Essex said they had been called to Industrial Chemicals Limited, Stoness Road, in West Thurrock.
Fire crews found there had been an explosion of chemicals in a chlorine scrubbing unit.
Explosion in Thurrock
Essex Fire and Rescue has confirmed an explosion and leak of caustic soda in Thurrock.
It happened at a chlorine scrubbing unit on Oliver Road and Stoneness Road. Five fire engines are on the scene.
One man has received medical treatment, but his injuries are not thought to be life threatening.