Seveso Disaster

The Seveso Disaster occurred in 1976 when a chemical manufacturing plant near Seveso, Italy, accidentally released a toxic cloud containing dioxin, a highly dangerous chemical. The leak contaminated a large area, causing immediate health problems and long-term environmental damage. The incident prompted worldwide changes in industrial safety regulations, including stricter controls on hazardous chemicals to prevent similar accidents. It highlighted the importance of careful handling and safety measures in industries dealing with toxic substances to protect both people and the environment.