News Summary
Fairview Elementary School in Cullman County has temporarily closed after an electrical incident caused smoke and water damage. Classes for Pre-K and first-grade students are canceled for two days while officials ensure the safety and well-being of students. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident, attributed to an issue with an exhaust fan. The school district is working to resume classes as soon as possible, highlighting the importance of emergency preparedness in schools.
Cullman County, Alabama – Fairview Elementary School has temporarily closed following an electrical incident that caused smoke and water damage on Monday, August 25, 2025. As a result, classes for Pre-K and first-grade students will not be held on Tuesday, August 26, and Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
According to school officials, all students are reported safe despite the incident. An initial investigation suggests that an electrical problem related to an exhaust fan led to the accumulation of smoke inside the building. The cause of the incident is currently under investigation by the Alabama State Fire Marshal’s Office, which arrived at the scene shortly after the occurrence.
Cullman County Schools Media and Communications Specialist Ty Watwood stated that the school district is actively working to address the situation. The aim is to resume classes for the affected grades by Thursday, August 28, dependent on the progress of cleanup and restoration efforts. Classes for other grades at Fairview Elementary are expected to continue on their regular schedule.
In light of the incident, parents who need to pick up their children have been directed to use the middle/high entrance and proceed to the high school gym. Regular bus services will operate as scheduled, ensuring that transportation remains unaffected for other students.
School leaders expressed appreciation for the quick response of first responders and the effective execution of the school’s emergency plan by the staff. Their actions helped to ensure the safety and well-being of all students during the event.
Fairview Elementary School has a history of prioritizing student safety and community involvement. This incident underscores the importance of emergency preparedness in educational settings. As the school district continues its work to restore safe conditions for learning, further updates will be provided to the community.
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