The Jerusalem Fire and Rescue Service completed handling a hazardous materials incident at a beauty salon in the A-Tur neighborhood. District Chief Shmulik Friedman stated the situation could have led to a severe disaster.
The Jerusalem Fire and Rescue Service announced the conclusion of a hazardous materials treatment at a beauty salon in the A-Tur neighborhood, with District Chief Shmulik Friedman warning the incident 'could have ended in a severe disaster.'
The incident unfolded rapidly Wednesday afternoon. Initial reports at 16:39 Jerusalem said 16 women were evacuated after being found unconscious due to generator smoke, with the number rising to 17, seven in serious condition. By 16:39, the cause was confirmed as carbon monoxide poisoning from an illegally connected generator, and MDA revised the casualty count multiple times before confirming 17 women rescued, three in moderate condition at Shaare Zedek Medical Center.
The fire department's investigation identified an illegal generator connection as the source of toxic gas accumulation, and fire services stated there was no danger to the public. The fire department's spokesperson provided documentation of the operation.
The incident is now closed.
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