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Philadelphia Schools Close Amid Asbestos Concerns
(MENAFN) The School District of Philadelphia has announced the immediate closure of two of its schools due to concerns about the presence of asbestos, which is known to be a hazardous mineral fiber. This decision was made after a districtwide review of records on asbestos was prompted by the discovery of the substance at two other district buildings.
According to the district, Frankford High School and Mitchell Elementary School will be closing due to the presence of asbestos in their buildings. While Frankford High School will shift to virtual learning next week, Mitchell Elementary School will shut its doors for the rest of the school year as officials seek a temporary location for its students.
Interestingly, both of these schools are among the oldest in the district, and records for decades had indicated that most of their plaster had "no asbestos detected" based on tests conducted in the 1990s. However, new sampling conducted by inspectors has now revealed that certain plaster walls and ceilings do, in fact, contain asbestos, prompting the district to take swift action to address the situation.
This closure underscores the importance of regular and thorough inspections for hazardous materials in schools and other public buildings, as well as the need for swift action when such materials are discovered. While the closure of these schools may cause inconvenience and disruption for students, staff, and parents, it is a necessary step to ensure the health and safety of all those who use these facilities.
According to the district, Frankford High School and Mitchell Elementary School will be closing due to the presence of asbestos in their buildings. While Frankford High School will shift to virtual learning next week, Mitchell Elementary School will shut its doors for the rest of the school year as officials seek a temporary location for its students.
Interestingly, both of these schools are among the oldest in the district, and records for decades had indicated that most of their plaster had "no asbestos detected" based on tests conducted in the 1990s. However, new sampling conducted by inspectors has now revealed that certain plaster walls and ceilings do, in fact, contain asbestos, prompting the district to take swift action to address the situation.
This closure underscores the importance of regular and thorough inspections for hazardous materials in schools and other public buildings, as well as the need for swift action when such materials are discovered. While the closure of these schools may cause inconvenience and disruption for students, staff, and parents, it is a necessary step to ensure the health and safety of all those who use these facilities.
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