Friday classes at Glenbrook South High School canceled after fire
GLENVIEW, Ill. (CBS) – A fire broke out inside Glenbrook South High School on Thursday, which forced the cancellation of classes on Friday.
Video obtained by CBS 2 shows huge flames in what appears to be the school's wood shop.
The school said the fire was detected in the wood shop around 3 p.m. and the alarm was activated.
All students and staff members evacuated the building. No injuries were reported.
Fire crews determined that students and staff should not reenter the building.
The school tweeted that the building would be locked until cleared by the fire department. The school also said it canceled most home sporting events and Thursday's band concert.
The school then announced it is cancelling classes on Friday due to the fire.
The Glenview Police Department said no medical transports took place. The incident was "under control" police said.
Chopper 2 spotted a big fire response to the campus.
People are still asked to avoid the area.
