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[media-alert type="image" id=29520][media-alert type="image" id=29521]ACT Fire & Rescue have responded to an automatic fire alarm at Fadden Primary School in the preschool unit.
At approximately 8:42am, Firefighters responded to the automatic alarm that was triggered by an electrical fault.
All staff and students in the preschool unit have been evacuated, and the children are excited to spend the day at the primary school.
The ACTF&R HAZMAT crew have conducted atmospheric monitoring and air ventilation operations and ensured the area is safe.
Fire crews are standing by to ensure the area remains safe while the power is being isolated. There is no risk to the public or those at the school.