Flixborough disaster

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:disaster_response
gptkbp:affectedFacility Nypro chemical plant
gptkbp:cause chemical plant explosion
gptkbp:chemicalInvolved gptkb:cyclohexane
gptkbp:consequence public inquiry
increased awareness of process safety
major changes in industrial safety regulations
gptkbp:country gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkbp:damageExtent extensive destruction of plant and nearby buildings
gptkbp:date 1974-06-01
gptkbp:explosionType vapor cloud explosion
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Flixborough disaster
gptkbp:injuries 36
gptkbp:location gptkb:Flixborough
gptkbp:mediaCoverage widespread national and international coverage
gptkbp:memorial memorial plaque in Flixborough
gptkbp:relatedTo chemical engineering
process safety
industrial safety
gptkbp:victim 28
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Flixborough
gptkb:Flixborough,_Lincolnshire,_England
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8