Ririe Junior-Senior High School Cancels Classes After Small Fire Linked to Rechargeable Batteries
A small fire, reportedly caused by overheated rechargeable batteries, occurred at Ririe Junior-Senior High School in Ririe, Idaho, prompting the cancellation of classes for the day due to smoke in the building.
Idaho Falls Pocatello, ID, November 5, 2026 —
Ririe Junior-Senior High School in Ririe, Idaho, canceled classes for the day following a small fire that prompted the evacuation of the building due to smoke.
The incident, which occurred on a recent school day, was reportedly sparked by overheated rechargeable batteries. The exact date and time of the fire were not provided.
Emergency services responded to the scene. While the fire was described as small, smoke permeated the school building, necessitating the dismissal of students and staff and the cancellation of all scheduled classes. The school administration made the decision to close for the day to ensure the safety and well-being of its students and personnel, and to allow for necessary cleanup and assessment of the affected areas.
The specific type of rechargeable batteries involved and the exact location within the school where the incident originated were not detailed in the available information. Similarly, the extent of any damage caused by the fire or smoke, and the contractor or specific team responsible for repairs, were not disclosed. The names of any individuals involved or responding officials were also not provided.
The school district has not yet released a timeline for when classes will resume. Further information regarding the incident and the school’s operational status is expected to be communicated as it becomes available.
Story summarized from the original created by Curtis Jackson on localnews8.com, see more information here.
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