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Mold Crisis at Obama Elementary | Richmond News
Barack Obama Elementary in Richmond is facing a major health crisis as mold and rodent infestations threaten students’ safety just before the new school year. A broken HVAC system triggered the mold outbreak, prompting emergency cleanup crews, air filter replacements, and exterminators—all set to finish by Thursday. Parents are furious over the delay, especially since summer break could’ve been the ideal time to fix it. An independent air quality test will decide if classes can reopen Monday, August 24—or if more remediation is needed. This isn’t the first time: mold was reported last year…
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