Maryland High School evacuated after student sets off fireworks – CBS Baltimore

BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A Waldorf high school was evacuated Wednesday morning after a student set off a fireworks display in the hall, authorities said.

Shortly before 10 a.m., a student attending summer school lit the fireworks display in the hall of Westlake High School, the Charles County Sheriff’s Office said.

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The building was evacuated, but students and staff were allowed to return once the smoke cleared and it was determined there was no threat, deputies said.

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No one was injured in the incident.

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The incident is still under investigation and anyone with information is asked to call 301-302-8305 or Charles County Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.