Chemical mixture sparks leisure centre blast
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Specialist officers from Humberside Fire Service attended Scunthorpe's Pods Leisure Centre, which is due to open next month, to help tackle the blast. The three men – all of whom were members of staff – were treated at the scene for cuts, bruises and the possible effects of inhaling chemicals; two were taken to hospital. There was no risk to the public.
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