Suspected hydrogen explosion reported in Kempton Park
Another explosion has been reported in the Chloorkop area of Kempton Park in Gauteng.
It comes just a day after a huge blast in the Johannesburg CBD which left one person dead and scores more injured.
The cause and extent of the blast is still unknown. The process of a hydrogen explosion typically follows these steps:
Hydrogen gas accumulation: Hydrogen gas must be present in a sufficient concentration within an enclosed or confined space. Hydrogen is a highly flammable gas, and if it accumulates in the air at a concentration between 4% and 75%, it can form an explosive mixture.
Oxygen presence: Oxygen is required for the combustion of hydrogen. Air usually contains about 21% oxygen, which is enough to sustain the reaction.
Hydrogen explosion occurs when hydrogen gas combines rapidly with oxygen in the presence of an ignition source, resulting in a sudden release of energy in the form of heat and pressure. This reaction is highly exothermic, producing water vapor as a byproduct.
One person was injured when a 48kg gas cylinder exploded at a business property in Chloorkop. The cylinder is believed to have contained ammonia.
According to DEMS spokesperson, William Ntladi, the explosion occurred in an enclosed and contained area.
Units are responding to reports of another explosion in Chloorkop. It’s believed that it’s a Hydrogen explosion &@CityofJoburgEMS is mobile. pic.twitter.com/vk9TeMexTx
— Vision Tactical (@visiontactical) July 21, 2023
Source: eNCA
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