A man has been rushed to intensive care after being mistakenly served caustic soda instead of water with his breakfast at a bar in Monza. The incident occurred this morning, according to a report from the local health agency, Ats Brianza.
The victim, who sustained burns to his mouth and throat, is being treated at San Gerardo Hospital in Monza. He was initially aided by his wife and bar staff until the arrival of an emergency ambulance.
Shortly after, inspectors from Ats arrived on the scene to launch an investigation. They have ordered the seizure of the container of dishwasher detergent from which the caustic soda was erroneously drawn.