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Surf City Elementary evacuates after natural gas leak

WECT · last updated

SURF CITY, N.C. (WECT) — Surf City Elementary School has been evacuated after a natural gas leak near the back of the building, according to the school’s campus.

In a Facebook post, Surf City Elementary shared that students and staff are currently outside at the front of the campus. Fire crews are at the scene.

“We understand that safety is of the utmost concern, and we want to reassure you that all necessary precautions have been taken,” Surf City Elementary wrote.

Surf City Elementary says the situation will cause a delay affecting car riders and buses leaving the campus.

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