On the afternoon of Wednesday, the 18th, two individuals tragically lost their lives in a toxic gas incident at the Ambev factory located in Cachoeiras de Macacu, within the East Fluminense Metropolitan Region. The victims were identified as Maxoel Fonseca Vidipo, a 41-year-old employee of Ambev, and Fábio Vargas Silva, a 36-year-old civil firefighter associated with the facility. Reports indicate that Maxoel was exposed to toxic gas while performing internal tasks, and when Fábio attempted to rescue him, he also succumbed to the gas exposure.

The local police confirmed that following the incident, three other workers were hospitalized due to symptoms of intoxication, but fortunately, their conditions are no longer critical. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, and the necessary medical interventions were administered to those affected. The incident has raised significant safety concerns regarding workplace environments, particularly in manufacturing facilities that handle hazardous materials.

A technical examination of the site is anticipated for Thursday morning, which will help determine the circumstances leading up to the fatal exposure. Authorities are likely to investigate whether all safety protocols were adhered to and to assess the systemic safety practices in place at Ambev to prevent such tragedies in the future. The loss of these two lives has cast a shadow over the area, prompting discussions about workplace safety regulations and the importance of training staff for emergency situations.