The Banded Peak School near Bragg Creek was evacuated on Wednesday morning after officials were made aware of a threat against the facility.

Officials at the school say a threat was received on Tuesday and that they made the decision to evacuate the building as a precaution after conducting an investigation.

Police were called in at about 10:00 a.m. Wednesday and say officers remained in contact with school staff during the evacuation.

Cochrane RCMP determined that the threat was false and continue to investigate.

Anyone with information regarding this threat is asked to contact Cochrane RCMP at 403-851-8000.