EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Vista Middle School students will be learning remotely Friday, Nov. 8, after a small fire broke out at the school the day before, according to Las Cruces Public Schools.
The school district says a small fire broke out in a restroom at Vista Middle School Thursday evening, Nov. 7, prompting officials to close the building while repairs are assessed and an investigation takes place.
The fire was reported at around 5:30 p.m. Thursday while the school was hosting a STEM event.
Emergency personnel were notified and everyone was evacuated from the building safely, according to the district.
The fire was quickly contained and no injuries were reported.
“Vista students will complete assignments remotely on Friday. The school is expected to reopen on Tuesday, Nov. 12, as Monday, Nov. 11 was a previously scheduled remote learning day,” the school district said.
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