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Hazmat Teams Rescue 15-Year-Old After Chemical Ingestion

9/9/2026

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Fire and rescue crews rescued a 15-year-old who ingested chemicals at Benson Polytechnic High School.
The student remains in critical condition at Legacy Emanuel Hospital with family present.
Fire crews wore hazmat suits and declared the cafeteria area safe after neutralizing the spill.
Police explosive disposal and homicide units swept bags while investigating a possible criminal link.
Students were evacuated to Buckman Field Park and classes were canceled through Wednesday.

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Fire and rescue crews rescued a 15-year-old who ingested chemicals at Benson Polytechnic High School.
The student remains in critical condition at Legacy Emanuel Hospital with family present.
Fire crews wore hazmat suits and declared the cafeteria area safe after neutralizing the spill.
Police explosive disposal and homicide units swept bags while investigating a possible criminal link.
Students were evacuated to Buckman Field Park and classes were canceled through Wednesday.