In Wenzhou, Zhejiang, a fishing boat encountered a mishap on September 3rd—an incident where crew members fell and sustained multiple bone fractures while clearing dead fish in the cabin, exposed to toxic gas. Four crew members who went in for a rescue operation also suffered injuries from falling due to poisoning. As of the time this report is filed by Dajiyuan, there has been no official announcement from the authorities regarding this incident.
Reported by “Beijing News,” on September 20th, residents of Wenzhou, Zhejiang, raised concerns to the newspaper about a poisoning incident on a fishing vessel that resulted in injuries to five crew members.
According to a source familiar with the matter, the incident occurred on September 3rd when a crew member collapsed and fell, sustaining multiple bone fractures after inhaling toxic gas while clearing dead fish in the cabin. Following this, four crew members entered the affected cabin to attempt a rescue operation but were also poisoned and fell, resulting in injuries. Currently, two individuals with more severe injuries are still undergoing treatment in the hospital.
The report mentioned that on September 20th, relevant departments in Dongtou District of Wenzhou have been informed and have taken action.
This incident has sparked discussions on the internet.
A netizen, “Under the Peach Tree, There is a Plum,” questioned: Where did the toxic gas come from?
Another netizen, “Gu Shuangzhe,” expressed: This incident is too dreadful! I heard that the toxic gas was produced due to the decomposition of small fish inside the boat caused by the hot weather.
Many netizens have expressed shock and incredulity, wondering about the details of what happened. Why did the authorities not report the incident promptly?