An emergency unfolded in southwest Miami-Dade earlier today leading to multiple residents requiring hospital treatment following a hazmat incident at an apartment complex. According to Local 10 News, the situation at the intersection of Southwest 94th Avenue and 40th Terrace saw first responders swiftly transporting patients from the scene.
The nature of the incident, though not officially confirmed, is reported to have been a possible gas leak causing elevated levels of carbon monoxide. One resident recounted that firefighters arrived approximately at 4:30 a.m., banging on doors to evacuate the units, knocking down doors to those that weren't answered. This resident, who remained unnamed, indicated to Local 10 News that around 40 people received treatment, with the majority being sent to local hospitals.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue initially responded to a call about a sick person from the smell of gas, but the exact cause of the incident remains unverified by officials. NBC6 reported that a Hemingway Villa Condos resident experienced the fire department's presence late Monday night for reasons that still remain unclear before they returned early Tuesday to evacuate the building..
The resident, Frank Rodriguez, observed around 40 individuals being attended to by emergency medical staff outside the building. Rodriguez shared with NBC6, following an assessment by first responders, that his oxygen levels were checked, and was deemed to be okay. The full scope of the hazmat situation, including its cause and the conditions of affected residents, has yet to be publically detailed.
