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Landing zone cleared at Shady Spring High School

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SHADY SPRING, WV (WVNS) – A landing zone was cleared near Shady Spring High School due to a construction site injury early in the day on Tuesday, May 17, 2022.

According to Raleigh County Dispatch, a construction site accident in the area resulted in an injury requiring the need for a landing zone at Shady Spring High School. First responders were on the scene, including Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office, Beaver and Ghent Fire Departments, and Jan-Care EMS.

Traffic was slowed in and around the school due to the landing zone, including multiple buses being delayed.

No information was released about the nature of the accident, injuries, or victim yet.

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