Blades Elementary School all clear following gas leak on Tuesday

BLADES, Del. – Blades Elementary School was evacuated on Tuesday due to a gas leak.

We’re told the gas line was hit during a construction project. All staff and students were evacuated immediately and are safe.

As of Tuesday afternoon, the incident had been cleared, and the building returned to normal operations. The Blades Fire Department and Chesapeake Utilities, along with school staff members assisted with quickly ensuring safety for all.