The key facts
- On October 28, fumes were released while working with hydrofluoric acid in the university's chemistry building
- Three students were taken to hospitals, five refused examination; hospitalization was not required
- The university is cooperating with law enforcement agencies, and classes continue according to schedule
Incident during a chemistry class
On October 28, in the chemistry building of Ufa University of Science and Technology, during a practical class in inorganic chemistry, a chemical reaction occurred while working with hydrofluoric acid, releasing a small amount of fumes. Instructors ventilated the room and took the students out into the fresh air, after which the students were allowed to go home. This was reported by Life.ru citing the republic's Ministry of Health.
Who was affected and what is known about their condition
Eight people complained of feeling unwell, with some feeling ill only after returning home. Three were taken to medical facilities: one to the Ufa emergency care hospital, and two others to City Hospital No. 21. The remaining five refused to be examined by doctors. According to the Ministry of Health of Bashkortostan, all those taken to medical facilities were examined, hospitalization was not required, and they were released for outpatient treatment. The university itself clarified that tests conducted did not reveal poisoning in the students examined.
What happens next
The university administration is cooperating with law enforcement agencies, but classes at the university continue according to schedule. The publication does not report the cause of the incident or the results of the investigation.
