Airds High School in Western Sydney evacuated over gas leak
At around 1.30pm, Airds High School in Campbelltown was evacuated after a ruptured gas main was detected.
Fire and Rescue NSW Superintendent Adam Dewberry said 'there was just an odour of gas coming through the school.'
'As a precaution, the school was avacuated,' the Superintendent said.
Emergency crews on site were able to determine the source of the smell – a ruptured gas main considered to have likely been opened up accidentally by nearby roadworks.
The school confirmed the status of the situation in a social media post.
'Good afternoon parents and carers. The evacuation is precautionary,' the school said.
'All students and staff are safe. Emergency services have arrived on site to ensure safety due to the work around our school.'
'We will not be able to monitor our phones at this time. Thank you for your ongoing support.'
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