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Toxic Alcohol Tragedy in Kuwait: 13 Expat Workers Dead, Dozens Hospitalized

A toxic alcohol tragedy in Kuwait has left at least 13 expat workers dead and dozens more hospitalized. Health officials confirmed that the victims consumed methanol tainted drinks, leading to severe poison. Since Saturday, hospitals have admitted 63 patients with symptoms linked to the contaminated alcohol.

The toxic alcohol tragedy in Kuwait has caused widespread alarm. Among the 63 affected individuals, 31 needed mechanical ventilation due to breathing failure. Additionally, 51 patients underwent emergency dialysis to remove toxins from their blood. Shockingly, 21 victims suffered permanent blindness or severe vision loss.

Health authorities quickly coordinated with the Kuwait Poison Control Centre and security agencies. They are now tracing the source of the deadly drinks. Meanwhile, hospitals remain on high alert for new cases.

Investigators are working tirelessly to uncover the origins of the toxic alcohol tragedy in Kuwait. They suspect illegal distributors supplied the methanol laced drinks. Security forces have launched raids to arrest those responsible. The Ministry of Health issued urgent warnings against consuming unregulated alcohol. They also urged the public to report any poison symptoms immediately. Dedicated hotlines and emergency rooms are available for assistance.

This incident follows similar cases worldwide, including a recent methanol poisoning in Jordan. There, seven people died after drinking tainted alcohol from a licensed factory. Experts emphasize that counterfeit or poorly purify alcohol often contains lethal methanol. Methanol poisoning causes vomit, dizzy, and organ failure. Without prompt treatment, it can be fatal. Unfortunately, many victims only seek help when symptoms worsen.

Health officials continue to monitor the situation closely. They advise against buyig alcohol from unverified sources. Additionally, they recommend checking labels and avoiding suspiciously cheap products. As the toxic alcohol tragedy in Kuwait unfolds, authorities vow to hold perpetrators accountable. They also promise strict enforcement to prevent future outbursts. For now, the community mourns the lives lost in this preventable disaster.

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