Ambulances called to LAUSD middle school for 'medical emergency'

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Four students at an LAUSD middle school were taken to an area hospital after a "medical emergency" on campus, a district spokesperson said.

Authorities responded to John Liechty Middle School on Union Avenue after receiving reports of a possible overdose.

The LAUSD spokesperson said the incident was due to effects of alcohol and some unknown substance.

The spokesperson said the student's parents were notified, and that the school remains safe and open for classes.

"We take the health and safety of school community very seriously and try to ensure a safe learning and working environment," said the spokesperson. "Los Angeles Unified maintains an ongoing partnership with local health agencies, community partners and medical experts to provide training and education to school staff and our school community. We encourage everyone to follow the District's message: 'If you see something, say something.' If you have any additional questions, please contact me at [phone]. Thank you."

All the students were expected to be OK.