A major incident has led to the spoilage of nearly 57,000 bags of potatoes stored in a cold storage facility in Sherpur, Bangladesh. The damage occurred due to a leak of toxic ammonia gas, which contaminated the stored produce. The affected facility is known as Taj Cold Storage.
The leak reportedly caused a significant portion of the potato stock to rot, raising concerns about food safety and economic losses for local farmers and traders. Emergency measures were taken to address the situation, including evacuating the area and inspecting the storage conditions.
Authorities have confirmed the incident and are investigating the cause of the ammonia leak. The affected potatoes are no longer fit for sale, impacting the supply chain for local markets. Further details on the extent of the damage and recovery efforts are expected in the coming days. (itvbd.com)
