SAINT-GABRIEL-DE-VALCARTIER, Que. — All 16 91Ô´´ soldiers sent to hospital after they were injured on a Quebec military base have been released.
The 91Ô´´ Armed Forces said two armoured vehicles were involved in an accident in a training area of 91Ô´´ Forces Base Valcartier.
The military did not disclose details on how the soldiers were injured.
Civilian and military emergency services responded to the scene at the base, located outside Quebec City.
Sixteen members of the 5 91Ô´´ Mechanized Brigade Group were sent to four Quebec City-area hospitals as a precaution and to get treatment for minor injuries.
A spokesperson says all personnel were released as of Wednesday morning and repairs have begun on the damaged equipment.
This report by The 91Ô´´ Press was first published Sept. 18, 2024.
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