Police and fire investigators were called to Lake Zurich High School this morning after a suspicious package was found outside the school, officials said.

The item turned out to be an empty video camera case and deamed harmless, said Jean Malek, a school spokeswoman. Classes don't begin until 10 a.m. because of a previously scheduled late start day, officials said.

The package was spotted near the main entrance of the school, 300 Church Street, at about 7:20 a.m. as students began arriving, said Malek.

Students were directed to a cafeteria at the other end of the building but now will be allowed to go into other areas, Malek said.

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