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Hundreds of Victims Receive Compensation After Caustic Soda Liquid Spill in Bandung Barat

CNN Indonesia, Jakarta

Hundreds of victims affected by a caustic soda liquid spill in Cikamuning, Padalarang, Bandung Barat (KBB) finally received compensation on Thursday (2/1), following a pledge by the company involved.

The spill occurred on Tuesday (24/12), affecting numerous vehicles parked along Jalan Raya Purwakarta-Padalarang. Raging floodwaters carrying the hazardous chemical, sodium hydroxide or lye, swept through the area, causing extensive damage to properties and vehicles.

One of the affected individuals, Muhammad Abil (25), expressed his disappointment with the compensation amounting to IDR 300,000. Despite receiving some relief, he felt the offered sum was far from adequate to cover the damages incurred, especially with regards to his motorbike which requires significant repairs, including engine parts and bodywork.

Another victim, Moch Ilham from Cikalongweten, shared a similar sentiment, stating that the compensation offered for his motorbike – which also sustained considerable damage – was considerably lower than the estimated repair costs.

The local police, led by Kanit Gakkum of Sat Lantas Polres Cimahi, Iptu Bayu Subakti, reported that approximately 1,260 vehicles had been affected by the spill, although the exact number of claimants to be compensated was yet to be finalized.

However, Sudarsih, a resident of Jakarta, found her name missing from the list of recipients, despite having registered as a victim during the initial assessment and being assured of compensation. Arriving early in the morning, she was left frustrated and confused as she had been informed earlier that her details were already included in the database.

The company responsible for the spill, CV Yasindo Multi Pratama, maintains that it is focusing on compensating those with minor damages initially, with a standard payment of IDR 300,000 per vehicle. Vehicle owners with more severe damage will be assessed individually to determine the appropriate compensation.

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Chemical Spill in West Bandung: Lawmaker Calls for Strict Penalties

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JAVA BARAT, Indonesia – The Vice Chairman of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR) Commission V, Syaiful Huda, suspects foul play behind the spill of caustic soda liquid, commonly known as soda ash, on the Purwakarta-Padalarang road in West Bandung, West Java, yesterday, December 24. Not only the driver, but the company overseeing the transport also deserves punishment if there has indeed been a violation.

The tanker truck carrying the hazardous and corrosive chemical leaked, causing the liquid to spill onto the road and leading to several accidents and vehicle damage. Several residents were also reported to have sustained injuries from the corrosive liquid.

According to Detikcom, Huda pointed out that there were indications of violations in the transportation of hazardous and poisonous materials (B3), including the incompleteness of the B3 transportation labels on the container body.

"Indications of violations include the incompleteness of the B3 transportation labels on the container body," Huda told reporters on December 25.

Moreover, Huda criticized the driver and the accompanying crew for not acting swiftly when the leak occurred, resulting in more than 100 motorcyclists and drivers becoming victims.

Huda believes that if the driver had followed the rules regarding B3 transportation set by the Director-General of Land Transportation of the Ministry of Transportation, such incidents could have been prevented. He suspects that the driver did not possess the special certificate required for transporting B3 waste.

"A driver of B3 transportation doesn’t just need the general SIM license but must also have a special certificate from the Director-General of Land Transportation," Huda explained. This certificate ensures that the driver has adequate knowledge of the characteristics and nature of the chemical being transported and can take precautionary measures in case of a leak or emergency situation.

Penalties for the Company

Huda called for stern penalties not only for the driver but also for the company overseeing the B3 transportation. He also asked the Ministry of Transportation to conduct periodic inspections to minimize similar incidents involving chemical trucks.

"If there are no regular inspections, similar incidents could occur again, causing significant losses to the public," Huda warned.

More than 100 motorcyclists and drivers were affected by the soda ash spill in West Bandung. Some victims complained of irritation, itching, and heat in their eyes, while others suffered burns.

The incident occurred on December 24. Cimahi Police Chief AKBP Tri Suhartanto revealed that more than 100 people had been affected, with four being referred to a hospital for further treatment.

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Massive Chemical Spill Causes Over 100 Injuries on Java’s Purwakarta-Padalarang Road

Jakarta, CNN Indonesia – A catastrophic chemical spill involving caustic soda liquid (NaOH) on the Purwakarta-Padalarang Road in Bandung Barat, West Java, left over 100 people injured on Tuesday morning (24/12) WIB.

The spill occurred when a tanker carrying the hazardous chemical overturned, releasing the caustic soda onto the road and affecting several passing vehicles, causing accidents. Eye irritation, skin burns, and other injuries were reported among the affected drivers.

Cimahi Police Chief, AKBP Tri Suhartanto, confirmed that over 100 people were injured, with four requiring immediate hospital treatment. "Most of the injuries were minor, but there were four cases of severe burns," he reported, as cited by Detik.

The majority of injuries were caused by direct contact with the spilled chemical, while some were the result of falling off motorcycles and onto the affected roads. The spill occurred on a section of the road where vehicles were traveling from Purwakarta towards Bandung, leading to a significant number of casualties.

Kasi Dokkes Polres Cimahi, Ipda Novia Dwiwira Rizky, attributed the widespread effects of the spill to the chemical’s corrosive nature and its interaction with rainfall. "That’s why many motorcycle riders complained of eye irritation, skin heat, and itchiness. Some even suffered burns as a result of falling and coming into direct contact with the chemical," she explained.

The spill was traced back to a truck belonging to a private company, with the license plate number D 9475 AF. The chemical caused the road surface and affected vehicles to turn white.

Writers: Wiw Secorani & Wiw Sartika