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Hazleton – Firefighters and emergency response crews were called to an ammonia leak Friday afternoon at Michael’s European Specialties on South Cedar Street.

The leak at the bakery prompted officials to order nearby residents to stay in their homes. The Hazleton Area School District also kept approximately 140 students who live in an area near the leak at their schools until officials allowed their return.

Deputy Superintendent Francis X. Antonelli said the district was notified at about 1:15 p.m. of the leak.