O’FALLON, Ill. — The O’Fallon Community Consolidated School District #90 on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, expressed gratitude to the O’Fallon Fire Rescue for their swift response to an incident at Carriel Junior High School.
The incident occurred on Wednesday during an HVAC repair when smoke from a soldering tool was pulled into the school building at 451 N. 7 Hills Road, O’Fallon, IL.
The O’Fallon Fire Rescue team quickly arrived at the scene, identified the source of the smoke, and utilized a large blower to clear the building. The incident took place on an Early Release Wednesday, allowing students to spend time outdoors while the situation was being resolved.
In a statement, the school district thanked the fire rescue team for their prompt action, ensuring the safety and well-being of students and staff.
The weather provided an opportunity for students to remain outside as a precautionary measure.
