Tustin Schools to Stay Closed Monday to Assess Health Impact of Air Base Fire

Published on November 12, 2023

TUSTIN, Calif.—Schools in the Tustin Unified School District (TUSD) in Orange County will remain closed Nov. 13 while an assessment is made of the environmental impact on each campus from a fire that destroyed one of two massive World War II blimp hangars at the former Tustin Air Base. “We have secured a certified asbestos consulting firm, Envirocheck, to conduct testing at all TUSD campuses,” District officials said. “Envirocheck is well-respected in the field of environmental inspection and analysis and we are grateful for their partnership. Their expertise in testing and remediation of environmental concerns will guide our next steps for reopening our campuses. Our top priority remains getting our students and staff safely back on campus.”...

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