Students relocated to stadium after middle school evacuation in Carrollton

Students at a Carrollton middle school were relocated to a stadium for dismissal after the campus was evacuated and officials determined the building was unsafe to re-enter.

Bailey Clampitt, a Carrollton city spokesperson, said a gas leak reported during construction work inside Blalack Middle School prompted the evacuation.

"A building alarm was activated, and at the recommendation of the Fire Department, students and staff did not re-enter the campus," Clampitt said, noting that all children were safe.

Families were asked to pick up their children as soon as possible at Standridge Stadium, 1330 Valwood Parkway.

"We ask parents picking up students to remain in their cars and refrain from walking toward the stadium as this will cause unnecessary delays," Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD said in a statement.

According to school officials, anyone picking up a student was asked to bring a photo ID and be listed as an authorized contact in Teams/Parent Self Serve. Families were also asked to have the student's ID number available.

Students who normally ride the bus were transported home, though delays were expected, officials said.

The district said students were kept on air-conditioned buses. Food and water were provided, and emergency personnel were available to assist if needed.

The circumstances surrounding the leak remain under investigation, according to Clampitt.

CBS News Texas will update this story as more information becomes available.