March 16, 2026
Today Hilltop Middle School experienced a fire alarm that required us to evacuate the building. The Ilwaco Fire Department quickly responded and completed a full check of the school. There was no fire and everyone is safe.
At this time, it appears the alarm was triggered by an issue in one of our elevators. A technician has been contacted and will be inspecting the elevator.
We want to thank Chris Panta, the Ilwaco Fire Department, and our staff for their quick action and calm response in safely evacuating students. We appreciate the strong teamwork that helps keep our school community safe.
#HilltopROCKS #HilltopFishermen #SafetyFirst 🚒🏫
At this time, it appears the alarm was triggered by an issue in one of our elevators. A technician has been contacted and will be inspecting the elevator.
We want to thank Chris Panta, the Ilwaco Fire Department, and our staff for their quick action and calm response in safely evacuating students. We appreciate the strong teamwork that helps keep our school community safe.
#HilltopROCKS #HilltopFishermen #SafetyFirst 🚒🏫