Swedish School Closes After Major Apartment Fire in Borlänge
A major apartment fire in Borlänge, Sweden forced a local high school to close and switch to digital learning. Heavy smoke prompted health warnings, while a nearby preschool accommodated children. Many parents kept students home as a precaution.
Alice Lundsgymnasiet in Borlänge sent students home after a large fire erupted at an apartment building on Tjärna ängar. Abdul Waris and Noa Brands were among the students affected by the closure. Authorities issued a public warning to stay indoors due to heavy smoke spreading across the area. The school day continues with digital lessons for all students. Preschool Trollskogen in the neighborhood accommodated younger children, but many parents chose to keep their children home. The principal confirmed the arrangements in a statement. This disruption shows how quickly community safety measures can alter daily routines. The response prioritizes health concerns over educational continuity, a practical but challenging trade-off.