FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A family from Moorhead reported skin rashes after swimming at the Holiday Inn Express, located at 4711 19th Avenue South in Fargo. The mother, Lori Braun, noted that her three sons developed itchy rashes on their upper thighs shortly after using the hotel’s pool. Braun, who has experience working in hotel management, attributed the rashes to elevated chlorine levels in the pool.
Braun stated that proper monitoring of chlorine and chemical levels is essential. She mentioned that when levels are not adequately maintained, the pool system requires “shocking” and should be closed for a specific duration to ensure safety. According to Braun, the pool in question did not undergo the necessary closure procedures.
Upon contacting the hotel to report the issue, Braun was informed by an employee that there had been a similar complaint, and discussions with management were already underway. In response, Braun shared her experience on social media to raise awareness about pool chemical safety.
Efforts to obtain comments from the Holiday Inn Express and other local hotels were unsuccessful at the time of reporting.
Drawing from her professional background, Braun advised that opening emergency exit doors to ventilate chlorine odors is counterproductive. She explained that this practice disrupts air pressure balance, which is crucial for maintaining appropriate chlorine levels. To prevent skin irritation, she recommended showering with fresh water before and after swimming and promptly notifying hotel staff of any concerns.
The rashes experienced by Braun’s sons subsided after a few days. For similar cases, applying a cold compress and hydrocortisone cream can alleviate symptoms. If the rash persists beyond a few days, consulting a healthcare professional is advisable.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me
