Kandy Kane Learning Center evacuated due to fire alarm

Fire crews check the building after an activated alarm forced the evacuation of Kandy Kane Learning Center on Historic Highway 441 North in Clarkesville. (Daniel Purcell/NowHabersham.com)

Kandy Kane Learning Center in Clarkesville was evacuated Tuesday, May 13, due to an activated fire alarm, according to public safety officials.

Crews from Habersham County Emergency Services and the Demorest Fire Department responded to the alarm at approximately 1:35 p.m.

According to Habersham County Public Information Officer Ashlyn Brady, the building’s smoke alarm was activated and everyone was safely evacuated. Fire crews checked out the building, but could not immediately determine what set off the alarm.

Children give firefighters “fist bumps” as they reenter the building. (Daniel Purcell/NowHabersham.com)

Children and staff were allowed to return to the building to continue with their day. However, Habersham County fire crews remained on the scene into the afternoon to locate the cause of the alarm.