India, Feb. 26 -- Residents of Aiginia under Khandagiri police limits in Bhubaneswar woke up to a tense situation early Thursday after an ammonia leak was reported from a potato cold storage facility in the area. Authorities said the gas leak was later controlled and no one was injured.

The incident came to light around 1 am when people living nearby sensed a strong ammonia odour coming from the cold storage unit. As the smell spread, several residents complained of irritation in the eyes and difficulty in breathing. Concerned about possible danger, locals immediately informed the fire department and Khandagiri police.

Firefighters, along with a specialised strike force team, reached the spot soon after receiving the alert. As a precaut...