Eastlake High School evacuated after fire alarm activation, building deemed safe

HORIZON CITY, Texas (KVIA) -- Students and staff at Eastlake High School had to evacuate the campus Thursday, according to the Socorro Independent School District.

EHS Assistant Principal Luis Martinez told parents that fire alarms at the campus activated.

SISD said the El Paso Fire Department deemed the building safe. Students returned to class and continued the day as normal.

Below is the full statement Martinez sent to EHS parents:

"Hello, this is Luis Martinez, assistant principal of Eastlake High School. I am calling to inform you that earlier today, students, faculty and staff were evacuated from our school after the fire alarm at the campus was activated. El Paso Fire Department assessed the situation and deemed the building safe. Students returned to class and continued the day as normal. Thank you for your continued trust and support of Eastlake High School and Team SISD."