(KNZA)--A mercury spill was reported at the Sabetha High School Thursday afternoon.

The Sabetha Fire Department and Sabetha EMS responded to the incident.

According to a social media post by the Sabetha Fire Department, construction workers accidentally broke a large thermometer causing the spill.

Nemaha County Emergency Management, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and EPA also responded to the school.

The post said the spill is currently contained, but residents are advised to stay away from the area until full containment and removal can take place.