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Ardmore High School and Cedar Hill Elementary are closing their doors on Tuesday following persistent water supply issues in the city. The Limestone County Water Authority has removed Ardmore Water from their system, resulting in low water pressure and concerns over student safety. Although water flow was briefly restored after repairs, school officials opted for a cautious approach by canceling classes to ensure the well-being of students. Residents are aided by Ardmore Fire & Rescue providing drinking water as the community navigates these challenges.
Ardmore, Alabama – Ardmore High School and Cedar Hill Elementary are canceling classes on Tuesday due to persistent water issues affecting the city. This decision comes after the Limestone County Water Authority removed Ardmore Water from their system, causing low water pressure across the community.
Superintendent of Limestone City Schools, Dr. Randy Shearouse, confirmed the cancellation late Monday evening. Concerns regarding the water supply prompted school administrators to act swiftly to ensure the safety and well-being of students.
The water problems began on Sunday when the Ardmore Water Department announced the removal of Ardmore Water from the system. This action was taken in response to issues with the water tanks, leading to significant drops in water pressure in the city. Residents have been asked to conserve water while the situation is assessed and resolved.
To assist residents during this time, Ardmore Fire & Rescue is providing drinking water and water for flushing at their station, located at 26704 Main Street. This emergency measure aims to accommodate the needs of the community amid the ongoing water supply interruptions.
Additionally, the town of Ardmore is under a “No Burn” order, further highlighting the severity of the current water issues. The Water Department continues to work with Limestone County officials to restore normal water supply, reporting that while wells are operational, the water pressure remains inadequate.
The complications stemmed from a broken valve that occurred during repairs of the water line on Friday morning. The valve broke while closed, disrupting water flow to Ardmore High School and Middle School. This incident happened around 7:36 a.m., just before the start of the school day, making it necessary for school officials to take immediate action.
Due to the lack of running water, Ardmore City Schools administrators opted to dismiss students at 9 a.m. The closure was prompted by concerns relating to restroom access and food service availability, both of which had been severely impacted by the water disruption. Fortunately, the water flow was restored by 10:30 a.m. after the repairs to the valve were completed, allowing students to return to school the following day. However, the ongoing issues prompted school officials to maintain a cautious approach with Tuesday’s class cancellations.
This situation has raised alarms within the Ardmore community, as access to clean and sufficient water is a critical need. As the Water Department works on necessary improvements and assessments, citizens are advised to stay updated on further developments related to the water supply.
The cancellation of classes demonstrates the ripple effect that infrastructure problems can have on essential services, particularly education. As the community navigates these complications, further updates will be necessary to inform residents about the status of water service restoration and any additional school schedule changes.
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- KTEN: Two Ardmore Schools Send Students Home After Water Cut Off
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