Overview
- The blaze broke out Tuesday evening at Lindenwold School 4 on E. Gibbsboro Road while evening facilities staff and a construction crew were in the building, and the district closed the school for Wednesday.
- No injuries were reported and the district said everyone who was on site at the time is safe.
- Local firefighters, the Fire Marshal, and the Fire Chief remained on scene to investigate the origin of the fire and to evaluate structural and other damage.
- Officials have not yet identified an ignition source or given an estimate of damage, so the district has not said whether the closure will extend beyond Wednesday.
- The incident occurred during summer construction work, raising questions about worksite safety, contractor oversight, building inspections, insurance and contingency plans for students if repairs take longer.