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In a separate incident, a military-style youth academy near Washington, D.C. sent 19 cadets to nearby hospitals. These cadets showed symptoms of an unidentified illness. Emergency crews reacted swiftly to the Capital Guardian Youth Challenge Academy in Laurel, Maryland after cadets fell ill post-lunch, according to the DC National Guard cited by FOX 5 DC.
This academy is a life intervention program designed for at-risk teenagers, managed by the DC National Guard. One mother reported to FOX 5 that her son’s hospital blood tests showed raised carbon monoxide levels. His symptoms included dizziness, headaches, and nausea, appearing hours after other cadets were affected.
Despite this report, the Anne Arundel County Fire Department conducted a carbon monoxide check but found no high levels, as noted by the local station. The academy opted for temporary closure following the incident.
Officials have yet to confirm what caused the illness but suspect a food-related issue. The DC National Guard emphasized their commitment to the health and safety of cadets and staff. They are collaborating with emergency medical experts and public health authorities to further investigate, according to FOX 5.
While 19 cadets required hospital visits, one adult was assessed on-site and chose not to seek additional medical treatment. Fox News Digital has reached out to the D.C. National Guard for further details.