1 Apr 2021

Chemical spill at Upper Hutt pool injures 15

4:40 pm on 1 April 2021

Fifteen people are being treated for injuries after a chemical spill at a pool in Upper Hutt.

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Emergency services were called to H20 Extreme at about 2pm this afternoon where people had moderate to mild injuries.

Capital and Coast District Health Board said 11 patients were in a stable condition in the Emergency Department.

Fire and emergency said people were struggling to breath which indicates a chemical spill.

It said it brought in extra resources but there was no obvious leak.