A spokesperson for High Life Highland has confirmed that the East Caithness Community Facility will remain closed to the public until further notice.
The spokesperson said, “The location’s emergency procedures were implemented following a chemical-related incident this morning which resulted in the schools and community and sports facilities being evacuated as a precautionary measure.
“Scottish Fire and Rescue Service assessed the situation, allowing school pupils to return to the location to gather belongings, and the building was fully handed back to High Life Highland later in the afternoon.
The spokesperson concluded, “There were no injuries, and High Life Highland has commenced an internal review into the incident.
Further updates will be shared through East Caithness Community Facility’s social media pages.