Chemical Incident in Fishers High School Science Lab Prompts Emergency Response

A chemical incident in a science laboratory at Fishers High School prompted a response Thursday afternoon from local and state emergency personnel, according to Hamilton Southeastern Schools officials.

School district officials said the Fishers Fire Department and Fishers Police Department were called to the high school after a chemical reaction in a science lab raised concerns for a teacher preparing materials for an upcoming Advanced Placement Chemistry class project.

The district said the Indiana State Police also assisted in the investigation.

According to the statement released by HSE Schools, the substance involved in the incident was safely destroyed and no injuries were reported.

School officials praised the response of school staff and emergency responders.

“We appreciate the quick response of our staff, local first responders and state emergency personnel,” the district said in its statement. “Student and staff safety remains our top priority.”

HSE Schools said normal operations at Fishers High School will continue Friday without interruption.