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Connecticut Schools Evacuated Amid Dangerous TikTok Chromebook Trend

5/7/2025

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A troubling TikTok trend is leading to school evacuations across Connecticut as students deliberately damage Chromebooks, causing them to smoke and even catch fire. Newington High School faced an evacuation due to one such incident. Fire officials are sounding the alarm about potential explosions and serious injuries, while investigations continue to hold those responsible accountable. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported.

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A troubling TikTok trend is leading to school evacuations across Connecticut as students deliberately damage Chromebooks, causing them to smoke and even catch fire. Newington High School faced an evacuation due to one such incident. Fire officials are sounding the alarm about potential explosions and serious injuries, while investigations continue to hold those responsible accountable. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported.