No threat found at Haverford High School after bomb threat prompted evacuation

PHILADELPHIA - Students and staff at Haverford High School were evacuated on Wednesday due to a bomb threat.

What we know:

In a letter to families, officials said the school received a phone call regarding a bomb threat shortly after classes started on Wednesday. 

Students and staff were evacuated to nearby Haverford Middle School where they were later dismissed early. 

Officers from the Haverford Police Department searched the school and did not find a threat, according to school officials.

An increased police presence will be around the school out of an abundance of caution.

What they're saying:

The school will make counseling available to students throughout the day Thursday.

"We are very proud of the high school and the middle school administration, staff, and students for their cooperation and professionalism this morning," officials said.