Students at River Ridge Middle School and River Ridge High School in Pasco County don't have to get to class until 10:10 a.m. on Wednesday.
Classes will start three hours late on Wednesday due to smoky conditions from a nearby fire. Pasco County school district officials said a fire in the Starkey area prompted the delay after Emergency Management warned that early-morning smoke could be significant, depending on overnight conditions. A helicopter has been making water drops from nearby ponds to help combat the blaze.
Both schools will end at the regular 1:30 p.m. dismissal, with an adjusted bell schedule.
Families will receive separate updates from transportation regarding adjusted pick-up times.
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