In some cases, schools may be evacuated before it is necessary for the rest of the public to evacuate.
Children at Edwin Markham Elementary School, Country Christian Center or Big River Country School will be taken to a safe location by school officials.
- Parents should talk to their school/school district officials (Pasco School District and/or North Franklin School District) about their emergency plans before an emergency happens.
- Parents should contact the school/school district about the reunification process for their child.
- Do not go to these schools to pick up children.
Children who live in an Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ) but go to school outside of that zone will stay at their school. Parents may pick them up at the school. Local officials will take special care to protect school children. If you have questions, please contact your child’s school. Schools and day care centers near an area affected by an emergency may choose to evacuate in an emergency. Parents should talk to their school and/or day care officials about their emergency plans before an emergency happens.