On September 16th， news emerged regarding a tragic incident where a woman， identified by the online user “LIV元宝” as their mother， passed away after accidentally stepping on a degraded container filled with hydrofluoric acid while walking on September 9th. The corrosive liquid reportedly splashed onto her feet， causing immediate inability to walk. She was rushed to the hospital and diagnosed with hydrofluoric acid poisoning. Unfortunately， due to the extensive contact area， the woman succumbed to her injuries on September 14th.
The incident gained further attention with the release of an official statement from the Xianlin Street Office in Hangzhou. The statement confirms that a 52-year-old woman， identified as Tu Moumou， inadvertently came into contact with discarded hydrofluoric acid on September 9th while on an open space near Xianlin Middle Road. Despite prompt medical attention and rescue efforts， she passed away in the early hours of September 14th. The official communication emphasized that public security authorities immediately launched an investigation upon receiving the report. Furthermore， the environmental protection department has completed the necessary neutralization and treatment of the site in compliance with regulations. The street office is also actively engaged in handling the aftermath and providing support to the family. The exact cause of the incident is still under further investigation. The authorities expressed their deepest sorrow and condolences to the family of the deceased.
This unfortunate event underscores the severe dangers associated with improperly discarded hazardous materials. Hydrofluoric acid is a highly corrosive chemical that can cause severe burns and tissue damage upon contact. Even brief exposure can lead to serious health consequences， and extensive contact， as reported in this case， can be rapidly fatal. The incident also highlights the importance of proper waste disposal protocols for industrial and chemical byproducts to prevent such public safety hazards. Authorities’ swift intervention in securing the site and initiating an investigation is crucial for understanding how the hazardous material was left unattended and to prevent future occurrences.
