>>Some Covington Middle School Families Hire Attorneys After January Gas Leak
(Covington, VA) -- Several families in Covington have hired attorneys following a gas leak at Covington Middle School that sent over 150 people to the hospital. More from Rebecca Hughes.Preview: Voicer Script:
Students say they had been experiencing symptoms like headaches and extreme fatigue for months before the carbon monoxide exposure was identified on January 31st. WDBJ reports some students claim to still not feel well and the situation has left families shaken and demanding change, with attorneys representing affected students and investigating the possibility of a toxic environment at the school. Concerns have been raised about the lack of carbon monoxide detectors in the school and the impact of rainy days on symptoms, suggesting potential mold issues.