Johnson High School released early after small on-campus fire

Staff Report

BUDA -- Students at Johnson High School were sent home early today after a small fire occurred on-campus at approximately 10 a.m.

The investigation into the cause of the fire is still underway. However, it appears to have started in a dryer in the athletics laundry room. The fire was contained in the laundry room, but heavy smoke permeated throughout  the building. Additionally, the fire sprinkler system activated in the athletic wing, leaving a large amount of water throughout the area.