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More than 40 people have been transported to hospital after carbon monoxide exposure at a greenhouse farm in Delta.

The incident took place at Windset Farms on 41 B St., where a number of people became ill while pressure washing inside a nursery, according to reports. Police believe poor ventilation may have caused a carbon monoxide build-up. When inhaled, carbon monoxide can interfere with the blood’s ability to absorb and transport oxygen.

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According to B.C. Emergency Health Services, the incident required a major response, as 13 ambulances were called to the scene to provide care to the 42 people affected by the incident.

Ten people are in serious to critical condition, they said. 32 are in stable condition.