Two schools hit by toxic gas ordered closed again


JOHOR BARU: Two schools affected by toxic fumes last week were ordered to close again after students started showing symptoms of chemical exposure.

Classes had resumed at SK Taman Pasir Putih and SM Taman Pasir Putih for only five hours yesterday before the decision was made by the Fire and Rescue Hazmat (hazardous materials) team.

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