PEMBROKE 一 Purnell Swett High School experienced a gas leak during a construction project.

A construction worker hit a gas line while working in the school. All staff were evacuated, and all activities, including athletic events, were canceled.

The Purnell Swett football team was unable to participate in a preseason scrimmage that was scheduled to be played Thursday evening at Red Springs, as the players were unable to access campus and retrieve their gear.