The Columbine High School evacuates after the fire in the wooden store ventilation system

A fire in woodworking in the Columbine High School forced the students and employees to evacuate on the morning of February 26th. According to the rescue of South Metro Brand Rescue, the crews came at 10:47 a.m. and found a smoldering fire in the wooden dust collector outside the north side of the school.

The South Metro Fire Rescue Office said on social media that the firefighters were cleared as firefighters from the dust collection system, reinforced fire and sent flames into the ventilation system.

According to the post office, firefighters contained the flames before spreading further into the building. Two firefighters suffered minor injuries and received medical reviews on site, while medical staff rated several students after evacuation.

The Columbine High School published on Facebook that it would remain closed on February 27, while the restoration crews carried out air quality tests and ensured that the building's systems were safe.

“We work with Servpro, our district and school leaders to confirm that everything works properly,” said Columbine officer in the post office. “We expect that we will be completed on time for evening activities and athletics on Thursday, but we will provide an update as soon as possible.”

West Metro Fire Rescue, the Sheriff office of the Jefferson County and the Department of School Security and Emergency Management from Jeffco reacted to the fire.

Scott Christy, director of Columbine, praised the school community despite the unexpected incident for its resistance.

“Although it was a challenging day, days like today, I remind me of what our school and community really makes something special,” said Christy. “The Columbine community comes together again and again and increases over all the challenges that come in our way.”

South Metro Fire Rescue said that investigators from the firefighter's office found that a malfunction caused fire in the dust collection system. Officials expect courses to resume courses on February 28, but the woodworking room remains closed until the restoration is complete.

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