Greensburg Central Catholic High School Takes Action After Students Hospitalized Post Veterans Day Event

Following an incident where three students were hospitalized after a Veterans Day program at Greensburg Central Catholic High School, the Diocese of Greensburg has announced measures to address potential health concerns. According to

WPXI

, the floors in both the gymnasium and the auxiliary gym were resurfaced over the weekend using chemicals that can emit a strong, irritating odor. Despite efforts to ventilate the space, one student, feeling lightheaded, required an ambulance, while two others were taken to a local hospital by their families.

Classes were dismissed following the incident, and the diocese declared this day a flexible instruction day for additional ventilation. “The health and safety of our students and staff is our highest priority. We take any potential health concerns seriously and are working diligently to ensure our school environment remains safe for everyone,” the district stated, as reported by

WPXI

. The administration has advised anyone experiencing symptoms such as fainting, vomiting, shortness of breath, or chest pain to contact the Pittsburgh Poison Control Center.

Further ventilation efforts are to be implemented, and the Diocese will only reopen the buildings after a thorough examination by industrial hygienists.

CBS Pittsburgh

reported that according to toxicology experts from the Pittsburgh Poison Center, fresh air is typically sufficient to resolve acute symptoms caused by hydrocarbons in the gym floor coating. They say the exposure has no anticipated long-term effects, although anyone with persistent symptoms is encouraged to seek medical care.

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