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Students back in class after morning fire at Pope John Paul II in Thunder Bay, Ont.

Students at Pope John Paul II in Thunder Bay, Ont., are back in class after a morning fire prompted an evacuation. Here's what we know about the incident so far.

Fire prompted evacuation to St. Patrick Cathedral

Sarah Law · CBC News ·
A police cruiser is seen parked outside a building.
A police cruiser is seen outside of Pope John Paul II on Franklin Street in Thunder Bay, Ont., following a morning fire at the school which prompted an evacuation. (Sarah Law/CBC)

Students at Pope John Paul II in Thunder Bay, Ont., are back in class after a morning fire prompted an evacuation.

"The Thunder Bay Fire Service quickly responded, assessed the situation, and has since deemed the school safe. Buses will be picking up students to return them back to school," the Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board (TBCDSB) said in a statement issued shortly after 10 a.m. ET Thursday.

Students were brought to St. Patrick Cathedral during the emergency response.

"We appreciate your patience and understanding as we prioritized the safety and well-being of everyone involved," said the TBCDSB.

CBC News has reached out to Thunder Bay Fire Rescue for further information about the cause and exact location of the fire in the school. This story will be updated once a response is received.

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Sarah Law is a CBC News reporter based in Thunder Bay, Ont., and has also worked for newspapers and online publications elsewhere in the province. Have a story tip? You can reach her at sarah.law@cbc.ca

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