A fire at Rhodia Consumer Specialities, Trinity Street, Langley, on 2 January 2009 caused a phosphorous cloud of about 120m to form. The cloud then drifted south towards the M5.
Phosphorus can cause irritation to the eyes and throat, sneezing, soreness and shortness of breath. In contact with skin it can cause a rash, and it reacts badly when it touches water – anyone who has come into contact with the chemical should avoid having a bath or shower until the cloud disperses, the emergency services have advised, and anyone affected by the fumes should seek medical advice. At least two people were taken to hospital after becoming nauseous and residents of Langley were also affected. People living in the area were advised to keep their windows shut for three hours until the alert was scaled down.
Buncefield fire
Solicitors in the complex claims team at law firm Leigh Day & Co represent a number of people who were affected by the huge fire that followed an explosion at a fuel depot in Buncefield. Five companies are to face prosecution following that fire.
If you have been affected by the incident in Langley and would like a free initial consultation with one of our lawyers please contact
Gene Matthews on 020 7650 1200.
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