Illinois elementary school evacuated after dozens get sick

WATERLOO, Ill. – First responders were called to Gardner Elementary School after at least a dozen students got sick at around 9:30 a.m. while practicing for a spring play. Following a check by utility crews, the building has received the all-clear.

The school says that the evacuation was precautionary. They were concerned with, “kids in proximity with each other feeling ill.”

Despite initial concerns, there were no signs of a gas leak or broken pipes; however, a few students experienced lightheadedness. The school took precautionary measures, involving multiple local emergency departments. Classes resumed, and parents were assured of their children’s safety, with some opting to pick up their children as a precaution.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to FOX 2.