12 people taken to hospital with possible ingestion after Houston chemical spill

The incident may have been caused by an over-chlorination of the pool.

June 24, 2023, 11:05 PM

Twelve people were transported to the hospital Saturday with possible ingestion after they were exposed to a chlorine spill in Houston, Texas, the Houston Fire Department said.

Chief Samuel Pena said the incident is under control and the cause appeared to be an over-chlorination of the pool(s).

There was no information given as to how serious the injuries could be.

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