Chemical spill at GNIC Wharf

The Guyana National Industrial Corporation (GNIC) wharf has closed its operations following a chemical spill at the facility.

It is unclear what the chemical is and what danger, if any, it poses. This publication understands that employees have evacuated.

Reports are that workers experienced a burning sensation about their bodies from the exposure to the chemical.

The Guyana Fire Service (GFS) had showed up to render assistance.

Investigations are ongoing.