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Investigation underway into the poisoning of 8 students at a school in La Guaira
A suspected case of poisoning at the República de Panamá Educational Complex in La Guaira state on Friday caused alarm in the educational community and triggered an immediate deployment of security and health personnel after eight students presented symptoms consistent with respiratory and neurological impairment during school activities, while another ten experienced dizziness and nausea.
TL;DR
- Eight students at República de Panamá Educational Complex showed symptoms of respiratory and neurological impairment, while ten others experienced dizziness and nausea.
- The incident happened during inter-class games, leading to the suspension of activities and activation of emergency protocols.
- Affected students were treated at the José María Vargas Hospital with symptoms including dizziness, drowsiness, disorientation, and respiratory distress.
- Clinical and toxicological tests showed normal values, and all students have recovered and are out of danger.
- State security forces are investigating the cause of the incident, with no definitive answer yet.
- Academic activities are set to resume as normal.
- Parents and guardians expressed concern and gratitude for the swift response.
- The case is under investigation to determine the origin and establish responsibility.