Salem school stays closed in search for cause of rash

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Salem school stays closed in search for cause of rash

(Salem-AP, Nov. 27, 2002 5:24 AM) Salem school officials were no closer to

finding an answer yesterday to what is causing children to suffer from a

rash.

Officials have begun preparing for classes in other buildings if they do not

believe the school is safe next month.

The board decided yesterday to cancel classes Monday.

Classes were canceled this week after 56 students reported rashes and

breathing problems. Seventeen were taken to hospitals, but their conditions

improved and none were admitted.

Classes may be offered in other buildings, such as the Congregational

Church, the town fire halls or the Connecticut Army National Guard's Camp

Rowland in East Lyme.

Air samples will be taken, particularly from ceiling tiles suspected to have

mold.