30 people poisoned at wedding in Anbar province
Ahmad Naji, a Kurdistan24 correspondent, said the victims included 12 women, eight men, and several children. All were transferred to Fallujah Hospital for treatment.
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – At least 30 people were poisoned during a wedding celebration in the al-Karmah district of Anbar province, Kurdistan24 reported on Thursday.
Ahmad Naji, a Kurdistan24 correspondent, said the victims included 12 women, eight men, and several children. All were transferred to Fallujah Hospital for treatment.
Hazim Hamid, director of al-Karmah Hospital, confirmed the cause of the poisoning was contaminated and poorly prepared food served at the event. "Most of the patients experienced severe diarrhea and vomiting," Hamid stated.
Local health authorities are investigating the incident to prevent further cases and ensure food safety at public gatherings.