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Swift Creek ER Closed After Possible Radiation Exposure

6/19/2026

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Swift Creek emergency department in Chesterfield County closed temporarily on June 17 because of a possible radiation exposure.
At about 8:22 p.m. on June 17, a patient who felt ill after possible radiological contact arrived, prompting HAZMAT crews to shut down the ER and parking lot for testing.
The patient remained in care while officials had not determined the condition or source of the alleged radiation exposure.

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Story summary

Swift Creek emergency department in Chesterfield County closed temporarily on June 17 because of a possible radiation exposure.
At about 8:22 p.m. on June 17, a patient who felt ill after possible radiological contact arrived, prompting HAZMAT crews to shut down the ER and parking lot for testing.
The patient remained in care while officials had not determined the condition or source of the alleged radiation exposure.