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Daily Mail
6 hours ago
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Mass casualty incident at Berlin primary school with dozens of children injured after 'tear gas attack'
A primary school in Berlin has been evacuated after reports it suffered a 'tear gas attack'. Berlin police issued a brief statement on social media that confirmed an incident at the Miriam Makeba school, but gave no details of the cause. 'Shortly after 9am, our emergency services were alerted to the Miriam Makeba Elementary School... At least ten children are reportedly complaining of eye and respiratory irritation. They are currently being treated by emergency personnel. 'The building has been evacuated and ventilated.' Police added: 'Currently, there is no longer any danger. School operations are to be suspended. Investigations into the cause and possible perpetrators are ongoing.'
Daily Record
7 hours ago
- Daily Record
Dozens of children injured after tear gas sprayed at primary school
The school near Berlin, Germany, was evacuated following the shocking incident. Almost 40 children have been injured at a school in Germany after tear gas was sprayed in the building. Emergency services raced to Miriam Makeba School in Moabit, near Berlin, at around 9am on Friday, June 20. The substance is said to have been used in a corridor, with several of the pupils complaining of shortness of breath and irritated eyes, the Mirror reports. The building was quickly evacuated, with concerned families rushing to the primary school to check on their kids. 37 youngsters were treated by medics at the scene, with police and fire crews also in attendance. Images from the scene show parents crowding around emergency vehicles as they waited to be updated. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. A spokesperson for the fire services said: "We cared for 37 children and provided outpatient care; none of the children required hospital treatment." Authorities confirmed the building has now been thoroughly ventilated. However, the school has cancelled classes for the rest of the day as a precaution.
The Irish Sun
7 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Dozens of children injured after primary school hit with tear gas attack in Berlin in ‘mass casualty incident'
DOZENS of children are reported to have been injured at a Berlin primary school after it was tear-gassed. A total of 37 pupils are suffering symptoms following the incident at Miriam Makeba School. Advertisement 1 Dozens of pupils are reported to be suffering symptoms Credit: Wikimedia The school was evacuated and shut just after 9am today following the incident. Affected pupils are reportedly being treated by emergency services at the scene. Tear gas was sprayed in the hallway of the school building, local media has reported. Students affected complained of shortness of breath and eye irritation. Advertisement A fire department spokesperson told local media that 37 children were affected. "One child had to be transported to a hospital for further medical care," they added. A police spokesperson said that the building has been ventilated and there is no further danger to students and teachers. It comes following Advertisement Most read in The US Sun Breaking As many as 38 children were injured in a horror gas attack at a school. It was reported that an "irritating gas-like substance" was sprayed at the school. A spokesperson for the fire brigade said: "We have triggered a major alarm and prepared the clinics in Dresden and the surrounding area." Numerous children were complaining of breathing difficulties, irritated eyes and intense coughing. Advertisement More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos . Like us on Facebook at
Scottish Sun
7 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Dozens of children injured after primary school hit with tear gas attack in Berlin in ‘mass casualty incident'
Dozens of pupils are reported to be suffering symptoms GAS HORROR Dozens of children injured after primary school hit with tear gas attack in Berlin in 'mass casualty incident' DOZENS of children are reported to have been injured at a Berlin primary school after it was tear-gassed. A total of 37 pupils are suffering symptoms following the incident at Miriam Makeba School. 1 Dozens of pupils are reported to be suffering symptoms Credit: Wikimedia The school was evacuated and shut just after 9am today following the incident. Affected pupils are reportedly being treated by emergency services at the scene. Tear gas was sprayed in the hallway of the school building, local media has reported. Students affected complained of shortness of breath and eye irritation. A fire department spokesperson told local media that 37 children were affected. "One child had to be transported to a hospital for further medical care," they added. A police spokesperson said that the building has been ventilated and there is no further danger to students and teachers. It comes following another incident in Germany at a school in Dresden last year. As many as 38 children were injured in a horror gas attack at a school. It was reported that an "irritating gas-like substance" was sprayed at the school. A spokesperson for the fire brigade said: "We have triggered a major alarm and prepared the clinics in Dresden and the surrounding area." Numerous children were complaining of breathing difficulties, irritated eyes and intense coughing. More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X at @TheUSSun
The Sun
7 hours ago
- The Sun
Dozens of children injured after primary school hit with tear gas attack in Berlin in ‘mass casualty incident'
DOZENS of children are reported to have been injured at a Berlin primary school after it was tear-gassed. A total of 37 pupils are suffering symptoms following the incident at Miriam Makeba School. 1 The school was evacuated and shut just after 9am today following the incident. Affected pupils are reportedly being treated by emergency services at the scene. Tear gas was sprayed in the hallway of the school building, local media has reported. Students affected complained of shortness of breath and eye irritation. A fire department spokesperson told local media that 37 children were affected. "One child had to be transported to a hospital for further medical care," they added. A police spokesperson said that the building has been ventilated and there is no further danger to students and teachers. It comes following another incident in Germany at a school in Dresden in March. As many as 38 children were injured in a horror gas attack at a school. It was reported that an "irritating gas-like substance" was sprayed at the school. A spokesperson for the fire brigade said: "We have triggered a major alarm and prepared the clinics in Dresden and the surrounding area." Numerous children were complaining of breathing difficulties, irritated eyes and intense coughing. .
