Greenville City Schools closed Wednesday after damage, downed trees from severe storms

GREENVILLE — Greenville City Schools has canceled classes today after severe storms moved through the area.

News Center 7 will continue to follow up with the latest details on storm damage and clean-up efforts throughout the day. We’ll have Storm Center 7 Team Coverage from the hardest hit areas LIVE beginning with News Center 7 at 5:00.

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The district announced the closure Tuesday evening after damage was reported to Greenville High School’s Harmon Field.

Greenville City Schools Superintendent Douglas Fries told News Center 7 that there are many trees down around the district as well as wires and damage in town.

Many within the city have reported power outages, Fries said.

Photos show damage to the press box area and the field itself.

The district has not yet announced if schools will reopen on Thursday.

You can stay up to date on closings here.

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