At least 17 hospitalized following suspected carbon monoxide poisoning at Jerusalem beauty salon

Seventeen women were found unconscious and rescued from a beauty salon in the A-Tur neighborhood of Jerusalem on Wednesday, prompting a significant emergency response. Initial assessments by the Israel Fire and Rescue Authority pointed to a suspected case of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Firefighters worked at the scene to identify the source of the suspected poisoning and ensure no further risk to the public, according to the Israel Police. The incident led to multiple women requiring hospitalization, with varying degrees of severity.

Seven women were transported to Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital in serious condition. Another ten women were taken to Shaare Zedek and Mount Scopus hospitals, where they were reported to be in mild condition. Shaare Zedek Medical Center later reported treating three women in moderate, conscious condition.

The situation is developing as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and the exact substance involved.