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ACT Fire & Rescue has responded to a gas leak at Melrose High School in Pearce.
At approximately 12:15pm, staff and students self-evacuated and notified the ACT Emergency Services Agency.
Two pumpers and a Commander have responded to the school, and the HAZMAT crew are on their way.
ACT Education is aware of the incident and will provide further information through their communication channels.