On Wednesday night, an ammonia leak in a commercial building in Virginia led to the hospitalization of 26 people, with four experiencing significant symptoms. The incident occurred in Loudoun County, Virginia, about 45 miles northwest of Washington D.C. Emergency services received a call reporting a gas leak around 8:36 p.m. local time. Fire and rescue crews confirmed the leak was ammonia and found numerous individuals who had been exposed. 26 people were taken to the hospital, with others being treated at the scene. The fire department stated that more information would be provided as it became available, and urged the public to expect a continued presence in the area for public safety. Julia, a trending reporter for USA TODAY, covers various topics including local businesses, government, tech, and pop culture. She has experience reporting on different issues and can be connected with on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
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