UPDATE: 11:30 a.m. — The scene is clearing. We believe two people were taken to a hospital for evaluation. Expect most, if not all, emergency personnel to leave the scene by noon.
UPDATE: 10:35 a.m. — It appears from first responders that some sort of chemical was accidentally spilled in the office which sickened multiple people. HazMat and multiple first responders remain on the scene at the doctor’s office. There are no reports of additional sick people other than three who apparently fainted a short time ago.
BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2025 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — Multiple people reportedly fainted a short time ago in a doctor’s office on Federal Highway in Boca Raton. Boca Raton Fire Rescue is on the scene and a Hazardous Materials team is heading to the scene as of 10:20 Wednesday morning.
BocaNewsNow.com has learned the scene is located at 1401 North Federal Highway which is the Siperstein Dermatology Office. It is not immediately clear what led to the medical situations. The building is being evacuated. At least three people reportedly fainted. It’s unclear if other people are injured as well.
Expect traffic issues in the area as rescuers investigate and determine what exactly is happening. Check back for updates on BocaNewsNow.com.
