A school in Westwood, Massachusetts, was evacuated Friday after the power went out and reports of the smell of gas, school officials said.
In a note sent to families, administrators at Thurston Middle School said the building was evacuated around 8 a.m. and students relocated to Westwood High School. The Westwood Fire Department responded to investigate.
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Fire officials said it was a circuit breaker issue. Emergency crews inspected the building and deemed it safe to return.
Students and staff were back around 10:15 a.m.
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"We are proud of our middle school community for their cooperation and composure during this unexpected evacuation. At this time, students will continue their day with a modified academic schedule," school officials wrote in an update.
