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School officials evacuated students at Adelante Selby Elementary School in Atherton after a bathroom fan caught on fire around 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. It was the first day back in class for students following winter break at the elementary school.
Fire Marshall Gage Schlice said there was very minor damage to the bathroom and some flames got into the attic.
Students were allowed to return to classrooms by 1:20 p.m., and finish out the rest of the school day, according to Redwood City School District officials.
While fire officials originally suspected the fire was caused by a malfunctioning lightbulb, further investigation pointed to the fan as the cause.
Schlice said this incident serves as a good reminder to clean vents and fans, which trap flammable lint and dust.
“Manufacturers recommend people clean their fans every six months but residents tell us all the time they haven’t (done it) in six years,” Schlice said.
This was a developing story and has been updated.
