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Philly School Closed For Asbestos Work After Reopening Wednesday

Alexander McClure Elementary School reopened Wednesday, but Thursday night test shows elevated levels of asbestos in the air.

PHILADELPHIA — Alexander McClure Elementary School is closed again due to more asbestos issues, the School District of Philadelphia said.

After tests indicated the need for additional cleaning, the school closed today, Friday.

The school reopened Wednesday but testing resulted in two air samples that came back slightly elevated.

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The school is closed for additional cleaning and further testing to ensure student and staff safety.

Results of the air quality tests will be made available on McClure’s website here.

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