Catholic School Evacuated After Being Struck By Lightning
HAVERTOWN, Pa. (CBS) -- A Catholic school in Havertown had to be evacuated Tuesday after the building was struck by lightning.
Cardinal John Foley Regional Catholic Grade School said in a statement the lightning strike left them with "no communication services."
"All students are being dismissed as parents/caretakers arrive at the gym," the school said.
Lightning strike this morning at Cardinal John Foley School. No injuries and the staff did a great job evacuating the building. pic.twitter.com/vcH7wKFVLD
— Oakmont Fire Company (@OakmontFireCo) March 28, 2017
The Oakmont Fire Company said there were no injuries.
"Lightning strike this morning at Cardinal John Foley School. No injuries and the staff did a great job evacuating the building," the fire department tweeted.
The school said if parents have an emergency, to call Annunciation BVM Parish at 610-449-1613.