Monday, 24 March 2008, 14:53 GMT
Chemical spill injures two people
Two people have been taken to hospital in Edinburgh after a chemical spill on board a ship at Leith Docks.
The incident happened at about 0900 GMT on a vessel berthed at the Cemex plant within the dock complex.
Lothian and Borders Fire Service said the spill had been contained on board the ship and there was no danger to the wider public.
The two crewmen, both foreign nationals, were believed to have inhaled fumes from the spill.
The incident is said to have happened when the pair went to check the cargo on board the vessel early on Monday morning.
The men are not thought to be badly hurt and are being treated as a precautionary measure.
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