Suspected gas event empties Eureka jail

The Greenwood County Jail was evacuated after four inmates were found unresponsive, due to a possible hazardous gas situation.

Local News

September 23, 2026 - 3:38 PM

EUREKA — Several Greenwood County Jail inmates were taken to a local hospital Tuesday following what was described as a hazardous gas leak situation.

The Eureka Herald reported four inmates were found unresponsive in the jail, prompting the evacuation, and that several inmates were later taken to Greenwood County Hospital in Eureka for evaluation. All were listed in stable condition.

The other inmates were reportedly taken to the Lyon County Jail.

A cause had not been announced. The Herald reported no known gas leak had been located. An investigation…

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