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A group of children who were attending a soccer camp at Drew University were hospitalized on Monday after they became ill while in a pool.Some of the children, who were between the ages of 10 and 17, experienced shortness of breath, difficulty speaking, nausea and “general airway issues,” Jeff Paul, director of the Morris County Office of Emergency Management, said in a statement according toGothamist.
The Daily Voice andPatchreported that 14 individuals were hospitalized, while Gothamist and local radio stationNew Jersey 101.5reported that 12 juveniles were taken to the hospital. Morris County and hospital officials did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment
Additionally, University staff are working with local authorities to conduct more follow-up tests.
“In an abundance of caution, several of the campers were taken to Morristown Medical Center for evaluation and their parents and guardians were notified,” added the spokesperson.
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A 911 call around noon was the first call for help, theDaily Voicereported, citing Morris County officials. According to the outlet, received medical attention on the scene and were later transported to Morristown Medical Center for observations.
A hospital spokesperson said that all of the patients have since been released from the hospital, according to New Jersey 101.5.
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Responding to the scene was support from Morris County OEM, Florham Park Fire Department, Florham Park EMS, New Vernon EMS, Morris Township Fire Department, Chatham EMS, Morris Minutemen and Hanover Township EMS, reported the Daily Voice.
source: people.com
