Hazardous Materials Incident at Cleveland Elementary School in Washington, D.C.

UPDATE: The hazardous materials incident in the 1800 block of 8th Street NW has been resolved. A total of 28 individuals, including 24 students and 4 adults, were evaluated by emergency medical services.

While no further medical attention was required for most, one adult was transported to a hospital for evaluation.

The school building was ventilated, and no hazardous readings were detected. The source of the odor was identified as asphalt work at a nearby construction site.

ORIGINAL REPORT:

Emergency responders are currently on the scene at Cleveland Elementary School in Washington, D.C., following a hazardous materials incident.

The school has been evacuated, and 17 children and 10 adults are reporting feeling ill.

The fire department is investigating the nature of the hazardous substance and is working to contain the situation.

Police ask public to please stay out of the area.

This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.