Several being treated after Hazmat situation near Five Points

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Monday, April 18, 2016
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Twelve construction workers are being treated after being exposed to pesticides, according to the Fresno County Sheriff's Office.

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Twelve construction workers are being treated after being exposed to pesticides, according to the Fresno County Sheriff's Office. Authorities say wind blew the chemicals in from a neighboring farm that was using a tractor to spray the chemicals.

Cal Fire crews rinsed off the exposed construction workers and sent them to the hospital for evaluation.

Fresno County Hazmat crews have the area contained and are decontaminating the scene.

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