News Update

Cause of gas odor that prompted Richmond school evacuations still unknown

Authorities are still investigating what may have caused the gas odor that prompted Richmond High School to evacuate twice last week.

About 2,400 students at Richmond High, Peres Elementary and Ford Elementary in Richmond were sent home Oct. 25 due to a potential gas leak. They returned to school the next day. On Thursday, Richmond High evacuated again after people noticed a smell of gas in the air. PG&E tested the air quality and determined it was safe for students.

District spokesman Ryan Phillips said local authorities have not yet determined what may have been causing the gas odors. Because of that, it’s unclear whether students will be evacuated again this week.


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