Dublin hotel swimming pool chemical leak hospitalizes 11

Ten children and one adult were hospitalized following a chemical leak at the Clayton Liffey Valley Hotel swimming pool in Dublin. The incident occurred on the afternoon of October 15, while 23 people were using the pool area, including children participating in swimming lessons.

The leak was caused by a chemical reaction in the pool’s plant room, which released toxic fumes into the swimming area. The Dalata Hotel Group described the event as an “excess chlorine incident.”

Emergency services, including the Dublin Fire Brigade’s specialist hazardous materials team, responded to the scene. Firefighter-paramedics wearing breathing apparatus and chemical protection suits worked to isolate the substance and ventilate the area. While 23 people were medically assessed after complaining of feeling unwell, 11 individuals were transported to the hospital for further medical attention. The hotel has closed the swimming pool in accordance with safety and emergency procedures.