Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has declared the levels of toxicity in air in the area of tragic fire on Friday as not dangerous for the public.
Air quality is measured using World Health Organisation (WHO), United States Environment Protection Agency (USEPA) standards and air was tested for carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide level, according to EPA. All tests indicated the air in the area was safe for people.
EPA had requested the public to follow instructions from relevant authorities in case the air have some noxious elements. EPA also requested people from the area to stay indoors unless necessary, close windows and block any harmful fumes from entering residential buildings. Further, EPA urged residents to wear marks in the area.
Dozens of buildings were evacuated following the tragic fire on Friday night, due to noxious fumes from burning chemicals. Some residents were granted permission to return to their homes after carrying out inspections to ensure air quality and safety of the buildings.