A 79-year-old German pensioner accidentally poisoned 24 people with phosphine gas after a fire broke out in the basement of his private home. The incident occurred on October 3, according to reports. Experts analyzed the air and identified phosphine, a colorless and highly toxic substance, as the cause. The gas spread beyond the residence, affecting surrounding areas and resulting in injuries requiring hospitalization for some victims.
German Pensioner Accidentally Releases Toxic Phosphine Gas, Injuring 24 Individuals
