Watch CBS News

Northeast Philadelphia School Evacuated Over Chemical Scare

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A school in Northeast Philadelphia was evacuated due to a chemical scare on Thursday afternoon.

The fire department responded to a hazmat situation at the Benjamin Rush School at 11081 Knights Road around 2:30 p.m.

The school was evacuated due to reports of chemicals in the boiler room.

No injuries have been reported.

Fire department officials are investigating.

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.