Evacuation At Orange Avenue School In Cranford

Cranford, NJ -- Orange Avenue School in Cranford was evacuated Tuesday, according to school officials.

The superintendent said officials were made aware of a “potential threat” and ”out of an abundance of caution” decided to evacuate.

“At this time all students are on their way off site. An additional message will follow shortly,” Interim Superintendent Marilyn Birnbaum said in an email.

Authorities have not elaborated on the nature of the threat.

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