Sep 19, 2024
NEW HOLSTEIN, Wis. (WFRV) - A chemistry experiment at the New Holstein High School caused a large response from local fire departments and the school to be evacuated on Thursday morning. A release from the New Holstein Fire Department stated that crews received reports from an officer at the New Holstein High School/Middle School building and staff of light smoke in one of the high school's hallways. Wisconsin Department of Health Services monitoring significant increase in Whooping Cough Crews arrived at the high school around 10:30 a.m. on Thursday and said that the building had already been evacuated. Additional agencies were called to the incident due to the potential risk and size of the building, officials say. Once crews were in the building, it was discovered that the smoke was likely due to a chemistry experiment that was performed under a ventilation hood in the high school. Shortly after, the smoke was cleared from the building, allowing students and staff to return to their daily routines. Police: Four businesses in Wisconsin fail alcohol compliance check, found selling to underage person The release notes that no injuries were reported. The New Holstein Fire Department was assisted by the following: Calumet County Sheriff's Office Dispatch Center. Chilton Fire Department Kiel Ambulance Kiel Fire Department New Holstein First Responders New Holstein Police Department St. Anna Fire Department The New Holstein High School/Middle School is located at 1717 Plymouth Street. No additional details were provided.
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