For Immediate Release:
Feb. 27, 2008

Lumberg Elementary School Evacuated
At approximately 12:45 p.m. Lumberg Elementary School was evacuated due to students and staff members reporting headaches and nausea. Students and staff walked to an evacuation site at Jefferson High School, 2305 Pierce St., Edgewater.

The Edgewater Fire and Police Departments, Wheat Ridge Fire Department, Xcel Energy and the school district’s Environmental Services Department all responded to the school. 

Some students and staff were transported to a local hospital. 

After inspecting the school the fire department found no explanation for the illnesses and opened the building for staff and students.

The district plans to reopen the school on Thursday, with environmental checks being conducted throughout the day to ensure the safety of the building.

Parents should check the school district's hotline at 303-982-6600 for any change in the school's status.

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For additional information, call Communications Services at 303-982-6808.