On Thursday, 4 December, a chemical leak at a technical building overlooking Opole power plant triggered an emergency response of 13 fire squads, including specialised chemical‑ecological units, with no casualties reported.
Incident Timeline
The incident occurred before 19:00 on 4 December. The leak was reported to have originated from a technical building adjacent to the power plant.
Fire Brigade Deployment
Thirteen fire squads were dispatched, notably the Specialised Chemical‑Ecological Rescue Groups from Opole and Kędzierzyn‑Koźle.
Nature of the Leak
Officials confirmed a small leak of a dangerous substance, likely acid, but no casualties were reported.
Current Status
The area is being secured and monitored. No injuries or environmental contamination have been reported to date.
Official Statements
Captain Łukasz Nowak of the Opole regional fire command stated that no people were injured, while Tomasz Pierzchała of Opole brigades confirmed the leak details during a radio interview.