SHINGLE SPRINGS — Students and staff at Ponderosa High School were evacuated late Monday morning after an electrical issue was reported inside the campus server room, according to the El Dorado County Fire Protection District.
Fire crews were called to the school shortly before 11 a.m. for what was initially reported as a possible fire. Upon arrival, firefighters determined there was no active fire but continued working on scene to address the electrical problem and ensure safety.
“There were no injuries reported,” the fire district said in a statement. “Students were evacuated from the buildings out of an abundance of caution.”
Law enforcement and fire personnel maintained a presence on campus while the situation was being resolved. Parents were advised to follow official school communications for updates regarding student dismissal and any schedule changes.
The cause of the electrical issue remains under investigation, and the school is expected to resume normal operations once the area is deemed safe by emergency personnel.
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