Mold outbreak forces dozens from University of Arizona dorm

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 04:44 · Archive

Dozens of students have been forced to relocate from Coronado dorm at the University of Arizona after mold was discovered.

Dozens of students at the University of Arizona have been forced to relocate from Coronado dorm after a mold infestation was discovered. Freshmen Lily Kingsbury and Ryleigh Beitler noticed something was wrong shortly after moving in, observing that many students on their floor were continuously sick. After spotting mould in their bathroom, they ran a culture test and contacted maintenance, which confirmed a mould infestation had spread throughout the hall.

Two hours after the discovery, students received an email instructing them to vacate immediately due to repairs needed in their rooms. The exact number of affected students is unclear, though at least a dozen told journalists they were ordered to relocate. Cate Schneider, a freshman living on a different floor, was also forced to move out on Friday. She reported having been sick for months but received no official communication from the university about the relocation, learning about it only through word of mouth.

Schneider expressed frustration with the university's priorities, saying the dorm and school appeared focused on other matters rather than actual health issues. Her mother, Suzanne English, said she was disappointed by the situation.

How it is being reported

• Dozens forced to relocate after mold found in University of Arizona dormDozens of students were told to relocate after mold was found on the 7th floor of Coronado dorm.KOLD · 24 Oct, 03:02
• Dozens forced to relocate after mold found in University of Arizona dormDozens of students were told to relocate after mold was found on the 7th floor of Coronado dorm.Azfamily · 24 Oct, 03:02

In this story: University of Arizona · Coronado dorm · Lily Kingsbury · Ryleigh Beitler · Cate Schneider · Suzanne English

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