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Jerusalem Daycare Poisoning: Toddlers Critically Ill
19 Jan
Summary
- Emergency services treated 30 young children at a Jerusalem daycare.
- Two infants, aged four months, are in critical condition.
- Carbon monoxide poisoning is being investigated as a cause.
Emergency services responded to a suspected hazardous materials incident at a Jerusalem daycare on January 19, 2026. The event necessitated immediate lifesaving actions for several toddlers. Police and firefighters worked to safely evacuate the building while urging the public to avoid the area.
Magen David Adom reported treating 30 young casualties, all children, who were evacuated to local hospitals. Among them, two four-month-old infants were in critical condition, requiring extensive medical intervention. Other children were transported for further examination and treatment.
Investigators are looking into carbon monoxide poisoning from a heating system as a possible cause for the alarming incident. The United Hatzalah volunteer emergency service was also on the scene, providing resuscitation efforts for infants who had lost consciousness before their transport to the hospital.
