School evacuated over electrical issue

Fire crews at Valley View Public School

Valley View Public School was evacuated late on Tuesday morning, November 7, due to a “potential electrical issue”.

Fire and Rescue teams and Rural Fire Service crews rushed to the school on Chamberlain Rd, Wyoming, following an initial report of a structure fire.

The fire was believed to be caused by an electrical issue.

Students and teachers were evacuated to the sports oval where everyone was accounted for and safe.

By 11.30am the fire brigade had given the school the all clear and students were returning to classrooms.

A school spokesperson said that the emergency services were very impressed with the school’s procedures and praised the children on their excellent response.