MINSTER, Ohio (WLIO) - 14 members of a swim team were transported to the hospital to be checked out for possible chlorine exposure in Minster Tuesday morning.
Just before 8:30 AM, EMS from multiple agencies were called to the Minster Pool for a reported mechanical issue led to the kids potentially being exposed to the chemical. According to the village administrator, the kids were taken to local hospital for evaluation. No further details will be released on their condition.
The Minster Pool will remain closed until they repairs to the pump have been made and all systems have been evaluated. The village is cooperating with appropriate agencies as the incident is being reviewed.
June 2, 2026, Press Release from the Village of Minster:
This morning, the Minster Swimming Pool experienced a mechanical issue involving one of the facility's pumps. Upon discovery of the malfunction, pool staff immediately followed established safety protocols and suspended operations while the issue was assessed.
As a precautionary measure, 14 members of the swim team were transported to local hospitals for medical evaluation. Their well-being remains our primary concern, and we are continuing to monitor the situation closely.
Maintenance personnel are actively working to diagnose and correct the pump issue. The pool will remain closed until repairs have been completed and all systems have been thoroughly inspected and determined to be operating safely.
The Village of Minster is cooperating with the appropriate agencies as the incident is reviewed. We appreciate the patience and understanding of our residents, swim team families, and pool patrons during this time. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Out of respect for the privacy of those involved, no additional information regarding individual medical evaluations will be released at this time.
