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20,000 people died in Huangquan, and nearly one million people fell ill for life! 2011 South Korea's "humidifier murder incident"

author:Yang Jianhua, Bazhong City

Toxic Mist: The Truth About the Humidifier Killings Revealed

20,000 people died in Huangquan, and nearly one million people fell ill for life! 2011 South Korea's "humidifier murder incident"

In the living room of an ordinary home, a humidifier works quietly, releasing seemingly harmless water vapor, and no one expected that this would become an invisible disaster. It's not a movie plot, it's a tragedy that actually happened. Today we are going to unravel the mystery of the humidifier murder that shocked the world.

20,000 people died in Huangquan, and nearly one million people fell ill for life! 2011 South Korea's "humidifier murder incident"

It all started when hundreds of innocent people suffered from severe lung disease for unknown reasons. Doctors are confused, and scientists are desperate for answers. After painstaking investigation and research, it finally pointed to a common electrical appliance in the family - humidifiers. But the real killers are hidden in the chemicals that are advertised as disinfectants to clean and prevent germs.

20,000 people died in Huangquan, and nearly one million people fell ill for life! 2011 South Korea's "humidifier murder incident"

It all started a few years ago, when a humidifier product that used a specific disinfectant was popular on the market. These disinfectants are mistaken for being safe and effective, and they are widely used in homes, hospitals, and even nurseries. Behind the warm steam, however, there are deadly compounds – multipolymer compounds that cause serious lung damage when inhaled.

20,000 people died in Huangquan, and nearly one million people fell ill for life! 2011 South Korea's "humidifier murder incident"

As the number of cases grew, the incident gradually surfaced. The research team conducted an in-depth investigation of the victim's family and environment, combined with the results of medical tests, to confirm the suspected substance. In addition, there is evidence that some companies neglect product safety testing in the pursuit of profit maximization.

20,000 people died in Huangquan, and nearly one million people fell ill for life! 2011 South Korea's "humidifier murder incident"

The public was outraged, and the families of the victims were heartbroken. They started a class action lawsuit and asked the government to strengthen the regulatory regime. Sharp criticisms have been made from all walks of life for corporate failures and poor government supervision.

20,000 people died in Huangquan, and nearly one million people fell ill for life! 2011 South Korea's "humidifier murder incident"

Under the pressure of public opinion and law, the companies involved had to publicly apologize and compensate the victims. More importantly, the incident prompted the government to re-examine the relevant regulations and raise consumer awareness of product safety.

20,000 people died in Huangquan, and nearly one million people fell ill for life! 2011 South Korea's "humidifier murder incident"

Although legal sanctions can bring a certain degree of comfort and compensation to the victims, there is no return for the lives that have been lost. This case reminds us that while enjoying the convenience of modern technology, we should also be vigilant and skeptical.

20,000 people died in Huangquan, and nearly one million people fell ill for life! 2011 South Korea's "humidifier murder incident"

Looking back at the disaster today, we can learn from the lessons that companies must put consumer health first, that government regulation must not be lax, and that the public needs to be more aware of self-protection. Only by working together can we avoid a similar tragedy from happening again.

20,000 people died in Huangquan, and nearly one million people fell ill for life! 2011 South Korea's "humidifier murder incident"

Whenever you turn on that seemingly gentle appliance in your home, remember: safety is no small matter, and vigilance is always essential. Let's work together to build a safer, healthier and better living environment.

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