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Bethlehem Catholic High School Fire: Arson Suspected
14 Aug
Summary
- A suspicious fire on Aug. 7 destroyed four portable classrooms at Bethlehem Catholic High School.
- The origin of the fire is under investigation, with an arson investigator assigned.
- Students are expected back for the first day of school on Sept. 2, with schedule adjustments anticipated.
A fire occurred at Bethlehem Catholic High School on the evening of August 7, with emergency crews responding around 10:30 p.m. CST. The blaze, which eyewitnesses described as intense, is now being investigated as suspicious, with police confirming an arson investigator is involved.
Significant damage resulted from the incident. Four portable classrooms that were under construction were completely destroyed. Additionally, some of the 22 portable classrooms attached to the main building sustained burn, smoke, or water damage, and portions of the main school structure also suffered smoke and water damage.
Despite the extensive damage, school officials are working to ensure classes resume as scheduled. The estimated 1,500 students enrolled at Bethlehem Catholic High School are expected to begin their first day of classes on September 2. Further information regarding necessary schedule adjustments to accommodate the situation will be communicated to staff and parents next week.
