Chemical Leaks
Between July 25 and August 6, 2008 two leaks of mustard gas occurred at the facility. The depot stated that the leaks were of low concentration and posed no harm. Sarin Gas leaks were also confirmed 12 July 2008. A previous sarin leakage incident was reported as occurring at 3:49 p.m. on Aug. 27, 2007. A more recent leak of sarin gas was detected inside a containment building on Aug. 6, 2012.
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