>>Alleghany Highlands Public School System Sued By Multiple Parents Over Carbon Monoxide Leak
(Covington, VA) -- Multiple legal complaints have been filed against the Alleghany Highlands Public School system following a carbon monoxide leak at Covington Middle School earlier this year. Rebecca Hughes with more.Preview: Voicer Script:
Roanoke Attorneys representing dozens of families have requested a temporary injunction to close the school for the rest of the year and switch to virtual learning due to ongoing environmental concerns. Despite officials deeming the building safe based on recent environmental studies, WDBJ reports attorneys argue for a more conclusive identification and resolution of the issues. Parents are concerned about the health risks to students and are pushing for alternative options. A hearing is scheduled for April 23 at the Alleghany County Circuit Court, with a large turnout expected from concerned parents.