Odor of Burning and Haze at Redding Central Middle School

Summary: Fire and EMS units responded to reports of a haze and odor of burning in a classroom at Redding Central Middle School, located at 215 North 12th Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The incident was initially reported by the principal from room 4024. Multiple fire units were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, responders found a haze and a burning odor, strongest near a utility closet with an HVAC system. The building was evacuated as a precaution. Maintenance was contacted to investigate the HVAC system, and no active fire or alarm activation was found. The incident was determined to be confined to an odor issue, likely related to the HVAC system, and posed no immediate threat.