Chlorine leak at Burlington’s La Salle Park pool

Several children were taken to hospital or treated on scene after experiencing nausea and coughing at the La Salle Park pool in Burlington.

Around 2 p.m. Tuesday, police, fire and ambulance responded to the park for reports of chlorine contamination. 12 children were treated at the scene, while 7 others were transported to hospital, one in serious condition.

The City of Burlington says that during routine maintenance, water levels had dropped causing disinfectant to enter the pool at higher than normal levels, but still within the recommended range. The levels have since been further lowered. The City says it is reviewing this incident to prevent future incidents.

Police, fire and EMS attended LaSalle Park pool for reports of chlorine contamination. 12 children (ages 4-7) treated at scene and 6 transported to hospital for precautionary measures. @cityburlington continuing tests at the scene. Possible equipment malfunction the cause. ^se

— HRPS Burlington (@HRPSBurl) July 30, 2019

The City expects to reopen the pool Wednesday at 11 a.m. once it has been tested, inspected and confirmed safe.