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Operation for moving dangerous derailed tanks away continues for fourth day in Hitrino

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Transportation of hazardous derailed tank cars continues for a fourth day in the municipality of Hitrino. The ambition of rescue teams today is to move away from the town the most dangerous tank that continues to leak gas. A special site has already been built around the tank and experts are constantly monitoring concentration of hazardous substances in the air. Work is done very carefully. Prime Minister Boyko Borisov, who has arrived in Hitrino, said he would personally inspect the progress of the dangerous operation.



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