Emergency services respond to reports of a suspected chemical leak at Moorways Sports Village, a leisure centre and waterpark in Allenton, Derbyshire. Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service says it is called to the site on Moor Lane after reports of a potential chemical leak, and firefighters from multiple stations, including support from a specialist Environmental Protection Unit, are in attendance. The incident involves cooperation with Derbyshire Constabulary and the East Midlands Ambulance Service. Several people report breathing difficulties, with sources stating that around 12 people are affected. Paramedics assess and treat those affected while the leisure centre is evacuated as a precaution. During the response, nearby roads are impacted, with at least Osmaston Park Road closed to the junction with Moor Lane, and residents and drivers are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes. The situation is described as an active, ongoing incident, with further updates expected as emergency services continue their work.
Around 12 people treated after suspected chemical leak at Moorways leisure centre
Emergency services respond to reports of a suspected chemical leak at Moorways Sports Village, a leisure centre and waterpark in Allenton, Derbyshire. Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service says it is cal...
- Emergency services attend a leisure centre incident at Moorways Sports Village on Moor Lane, Allenton, Derbyshire.
- Fire and rescue service responds after reports of a potential chemical leak.
- Around 12 people report breathing difficulties and receive assessment or treatment by paramedics.
- The leisure centre is evacuated as a precaution while emergency services deal with the incident.
- Some nearby roads are closed and people are advised to avoid the area.
Paramedics treated 12 people at Moorways Sports Village (Picture: Google) Swimmers were forced to flee a leisure centre after a suspected chemical leak. A dozen people were treated at Moorways Sports Village in Allenton, Derbyshire, at 1.38pm on Thursday. A spokesperson for Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service said: ‘Emergency services are currently dealing with an incident at a leisure centre on Moor Lane in Allenton. ‘Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service was called to the site at 13:38 hours following reports of a potential chemical leak. ‘Firefighters from Ascot Drive, Kingsway, and Nottinghamshire’s Stapleford stations are in attendance supported by a specialist Environmental Protection Unit from Stockhill. Sign up for all of the latest stories Start your day informed with Metro's News Updates newsletter or get Breaking News alerts the moment it happens. ‘They are working closely with colleagues from Derbyshire Constabulary and East Midlands Ambulance Service who are also in attendance. ‘The leisure centre is being evacuated as a precaution while emergency services deal with the incident. ‘At present, around 12 people have been reported as experiencing breathing difficulties and are being assessed by paramedics. ‘Osmaston Park Road is currently closed to the junction with Moor Lane. Please avoid the area and find alternative routes.’ This is a breaking news story.. More to follow.. Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
4 hours agoAbout 12 people people suffered breathing difficulties at Moorways, the fire service said.
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5 hours agoAround 12 people are reported to be experiencing breathing difficulties following a 'potential chemical leak' at a leisure centre and water park in Derby
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