Several patrons at a residential community swimming pool in Apache Junction, Arizona, were sent to the hospital following a hazardous materials incident involving chlorine exposure. Emergency crews, including a Hazmat team, responded to the June 14 scene after 5 individuals (including 4 children) began experiencing symptoms consistent with chemical overexposure.

Multiple people were reportedly coughing due to a substance from the swimming pool.

Officials did not disclose the exact cause of the chemical exposure.

Because of the number of people involved, the incident was categorized as a second-alarm hazmat situation.

Following the incident, the affected individuals were conscious and in stable condition.