Mt. Airy, Ga. — Heavy smoke in the Hazel Grove area prompted an emergency response at Hazel Grove Elementary School earlier today, according to the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities said that while smoke was visible in the area, there was no fire at the school, and students and staff were safe. The response was made out of an abundance of caution after reports of the smoke.
The sheriff’s office emphasized that the situation did not pose a direct threat to the school and asked residents to remain aware of conditions in the area.
Habersham News will continue to monitor the situation and share updates if additional information becomes available.
