New asphyxiation cases reported at Habib Bourguiba College in Gabès
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New incidents of collective asphyxiation have been reported at Habib Bourguiba College in Gabès, raising concerns about air quality in the region. According to Stop Pollution, two separate episodes occurred within days, affecting a significant number of students. The first incident on April 18, 2026, involved about 20 students experiencing respiratory discomfort. A second, more alarming episode on April 22 affected over 40 students at the same institution. In both cases, students showed symptoms of asphyxiation and required immediate care. These events occur amid ongoing controversy surrounding the Tunisian Chemical Group, which has been frequently criticized for its environmental impact in the region. For several years, associations and residents have denounced polluting emissions from industrial facilities, suspected of degrading air quality and affecting public health. Despite calls for a thorough investigation and urgent measures to ensure a healthy environment in a region where ecological issues are particularly sensitive, official promises have not yet resulted in concrete action on the ground.
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