A Colorado high school has been evacuated after officials discovered a material that may be asbestos.

The Denver Post is reporting in this article that the substance was found in a school locker room. The school closed immediately and officials began conducting air quality tests in the area.

Asbestos has been linked to numerous health issues including mesothelioma, a rare and often deadly form of cancer. Even brief exposure to asbestos can cause harm, and symptoms of asbestos exposure may emerge years after the exposure occurred. If you or a loved one has been exposed to asbestos, you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in asbestos and mesothelioma lawsuits to discuss your possible case.