Unusual benzene concentrations measured near the Bazan complex - two schools will close

Following unusual measurements of benzene concentrations near the Bazan complex in Kiryat Ata, two schools in the city will not hold classes tomorrow: the Social High School and the Erezim School. The incident occurs near the refineries in Haifa.

Following unusual measurements of benzene concentrations near the Bazan complex (the refineries) in Kiryat Ata, two schools in the city will not hold classes tomorrow: the Social High School and the Erezim School. The incident occurs near the refineries in Haifa. The article notes that this is an unusual pollution event, but does not detail the concentration levels that were measured, the expected duration of exposure, or the immediate health consequences. Likewise, no information was provided about the regulatory bodies involved or about additional steps being taken.