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Classes at Arrowhead Middle School were canceled due to a fire in the boiler room. Students and staff evacuated safely, with no injuries reported. They were temporarily relocated to a local library while an alternate facility is arranged for classes. The school previously experienced a closure due to another fire incident. Safety protocols are being reviewed to ensure the well-being of everyone involved.
Kansas City, Kansas – Classes at Arrowhead Middle School were abruptly canceled on Monday morning following a fire incident that prompted the evacuation of students and staff. The fire broke out around 10 a.m. in the building’s boiler room, adjacent to the cafeteria, when a table ignited unexpectedly.
According to reports from school officials, the fire was quickly contained to the boiler room by the staff, which prevented any spread of flames to other parts of the school. Fortunately, all students and staff evacuated the building safely, and no injuries have been reported.
In the wake of the incident, students were relocated to the Kansas City Kansas Public Library’s West Wyandotte location, where parents were given the option to pick up their children. Approximately one-third of the school’s student population remained at the library for the remainder of the school day as staff made arrangements for their supervision and safety.
Arrowhead Middle School will hold classes at an alternate facility, HomeField KC, starting Tuesday. The timeline for when students will be able to return to their original building remains uncertain as investigations are conducted to assess the damage and safety of the premises.
This incident marks the second disruption for Arrowhead Middle School in recent months. The school previously closed for one week in November 2024 due to a fire caused by mechanical failure in the HVAC system, which resulted in damage to a classroom. The officials are now reviewing safety protocols in light of these recent events to ensure the well-being of students and staff.
The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools district is committed to maintaining communication with families as they navigate this situation and work towards restoring normalcy within the school community.
The fire incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety measures in educational institutions. As students and staff transition to different learning environments, it is crucial for all parties involved to remain vigilant and informed regarding safety practices.
Community support and engagement are expected to play a key role in facilitating a smooth transition back to regular schooling for the affected students as the situation unfolds.
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- Fox4KC: Fire at Kansas City Middle School
- Wikipedia: Fire Safety
- KMBC: Kansas City House Fire
- Google Search: Kansas City fire incidents
- Hays Post: Recent Fire News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Fire
- KCTV5: Morning Electrical Fire in Sherwood Estates
- Google News: Fire in Kansas City
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