KOTA KINABALU: Following an ammonia gas leak in Sandakan, the district Health office has urged anyone with symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pains and headache to seek immediate medical attention.

       The alert was sent out via the Sandakan Municipal Council district disaster committee WhatsApp group chat following the incident at an ice factory at Mile 3, at around 10am on Friday (Nov 10).

       The message said those living close to the incident location and exhibiting the above symptoms, as well as eye or throat pain and skin irritation, must get medical treatment as soon as possible.

       In the incident, 13 workers had to be taken to hospital for various health issues after coming in contact with ammonia gas.

       One person was reported to be in serious condition while the others suffered from issues like skin irritation, pain in the eyes and trouble breathing.