11 Fort Bliss soldiers injured, 2 critics, after ingesting ‘unknown substance’

“Fort Bliss is investigating an incident in which 11 Fort Bliss Soldiers were injured after ingesting an unknown substance during a field exercise,” Fort Bliss Public Affairs said in a news release on Thursday.

Two of the soldiers are in critical condition.

“Medical professionals are working hard to care for the injured and provide all available assistance,” Fort Bliss Public Affairs told CNN.

No additional details were immediately available. However, officials said they will provide updates as more information becomes available.

CNN also reached out to the Department of Defense.

Fort Bliss, located in El Paso, Texas, is home to the 1st Armored Division, America’s Tank Division.

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