Are those holding tanks getting the water from wells?
Yes, that tank was filled by well water and was being repaired due to leaks. maybe from corrosion.
It appears from the video that the tank was empty. Which would have provided a large collection tank for the H2S. I can see the problem. Unfortunately, this is more common than you think in repair work on petroleum storage tanks. When they are emptied, there are always residual gases that can be a problem.