NW China toxic spill drill

The Kongtong district of the city of Pingliang, Gansu province held a simulated ammonia leakage and environmental pollution drill, on Aug 14, with a full complement of doctors, firefighters, and safety supervision, environmental protection and emergency management reps taking part. The site used was a cement plant, where ammonia and toxic wastewater could possibly flow into the production area. [Photo/xinhuanet.com]