Kochi: The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has issued a warning to the state government regarding the toxic fumes caused by the fire at the Brahmapuram waste disposal facility. Inhaling smoke can cause serious health problems. Long-term health problems are no longer predictable. The IMA stated that the lower the amount and duration of smoke, the safer it will be.
Masks such as N95 are not resistant to gases. People with diseases like asthma and COPD are being admitted to the hospital. Action should be taken to prevent such incidents from happening again. The chemicals in the smoke contaminate water sources and agricultural land. The IMA also warned that chemicals mixed with water can cause related diseases.
English Summary: IMA ‘s warning on Brahmapuram Fire