Denbigh High School evacuation: 'Historical chemicals' found
A high school has been evacuated after "potentially harmful chemicals" were found in a science department store cupboard. Denbigh High School said the evacuation order followed the discovery of the "historical chemicals". The school is due to reopen on Wednesday. Denbighshire council said: "Disposal experts would be sourced to ensure the secure and proper disposal of the chemicals."
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