Hazardous material investigated at Oxnard hotel

Authorities responded to a possible hazardous materials situation in a parking garage  near Mandalay Beach on Friday.

The incident was reported at 5:54 p.m. at the Embassy Suites, 2101 Mandalay Beach Road in Oxnard.

The incident was reported as a possible acid spill in an underground parking structure near the hotel.

Two victims were taken to St. John's Regional Hospital via ambulance with respiratory issues, according to authorities. A third victim was treated at the scene.

Several roads were closed in the area and the public was advised to avoid the vicinity.

Jeremy Childs is a breaking news and public safety reporter covering the night shift for the Ventura County Star. He can be reached by calling 805-437-0208 or emailing jeremy.childs@vcstar.com.