MIAMI, FL – A troubling incident unfolded at a Southwest Miami-Dade school, sending several students to the hospital after consuming an unknown substance. The school confirmed that a student brought the item to campus, leading to a chaotic scene.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue received numerous calls just before 10 a.m., reporting an emergency at Pinecrest Glades Academy. Responders rushed to the scene, where they found students exhibiting disturbing symptoms. One student described witnessing a peer foaming at the mouth.
The affected students, four boys and one girl aged 14 to 16, were transported to Kendall Regional Medical Center. They are currently in stable condition, according to hospital sources.
As the situation unfolded, parents were left in a state of panic, with many rushing to the school upon hearing the news. “I had to run because they said something happened at the school,” one parent shared.
Traffic in the area was disrupted as emergency vehicles continued to arrive. The school, located on Southwest Eighth Street and 152nd Avenue, became a hub of activity as law enforcement and medical teams worked to manage the situation.
Pinecrest Glades Academy informed parents via email about the incident, stating that a food item brought by a student led to adverse reactions among those who consumed it. However, the exact nature of the substance remains undisclosed.
Sophia Lorena, who witnessed the events, described the chaos. “I saw a girl vomiting foam out of her mouth,” she said, adding that the school quickly locked down the area.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office is conducting an active investigation into the incident. They have stated that students involved will not be interviewed until they have received the necessary medical attention.
As the investigation continues, the school community remains on edge, grappling with the uncertainty and concern for the students’ well-being.