A primary school in North West London has been evacuated this morning following the discovery of a gas leak on the premises, prompting urgent safety measures and the closure of the site.
Immediate Evacuation and Parental Collection
Staff at Kenmont Primary School, located on Valliere Road in the Kensal Green area of the London Borough of Brent, confirmed to reporters that all pupils were safely evacuated as a precaution. Parents have been notified and are required to collect their children from the school due to the ongoing incident.
Safety Measures and Emergency Response
There are no reports of injuries or hospitalisations among the pupils or staff, with the evacuation conducted swiftly to ensure everyone's wellbeing. Gas company Cadent has dispatched a team to the site to assess and address the leak, working to secure the area and prevent any potential hazards.
Emergency services, including the London Ambulance Service and London Fire Brigade, have been alerted and are on standby, although their direct involvement has not been confirmed at this stage. Brent Council has also been informed and is monitoring the situation closely.
School and Community Impact
Kenmont Primary School, a state-funded institution serving the local community, has been temporarily closed while the gas leak is investigated and resolved. This disruption affects not only the educational schedule but also the daily routines of families in the Kensal Green neighbourhood.
The Metropolitan Police declined to comment when contacted, indicating that the incident is being handled primarily by utility and emergency response teams rather than law enforcement.
Authorities are urging anyone with additional information or concerns related to the evacuation to come forward, as investigations continue to ensure the safety of all involved.
