Gas leak at Jenks Middle School repaired; students return to class after brief evacuation

TULSA, Okla. — A gas leak at Jenks Middle School forced students and staff outside Friday morning before Oklahoma Natural Gas crews found and repaired the leak, allowing everyone to return to class and finish the day normally.

After the smell of gas was detected, students and staff were kept outside before being moved into the gymnasium, where they had access to water and restrooms while the building was checked and cleared.

Oklahoma Natural Gas inspected the building, located the leak and repaired it. Students returned to class later in the day.

Jenks Public Schools provided updates to parents throughout the incident.

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