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Ardmore High School and Cedar Hill Elementary have canceled classes due to ongoing water issues affecting the city. The water supply crisis, stemming from a disconnection by the Limestone County Water Authority aimed at tank maintenance, has led to low water pressure. Residents are urged to conserve water as local officials work to address the situation, including a ‘No Burn’ order in place. Emergency services are providing safe drinking water and supplies to support the community during this challenging time.
Ardmore, Alabama – Ardmore High School and Cedar Hill Elementary will cancel classes on Tuesday due to ongoing water issues affecting the city. The decision was confirmed by Limestone City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Shearouse on Monday evening, in light of the city’s deteriorating water supply situation.
The water problems in Ardmore stem from the Limestone County Water Authority’s decision to disconnect Ardmore Water from their system, which was communicated by the local water department on Sunday. This disconnection was implemented due to issues related to tank maintenance, leading to significantly low water pressure across the city and prompting local officials to request residents to conserve water.
In response to the crisis, Ardmore Fire & Rescue is providing safe drinking water and additional water supplies for flushing toilets at their facility located at 26704 Main Street. The department has been working to support the community during this challenging situation, especially for those affected by the water pressure problems.
The entire town of Ardmore is currently under a “No Burn” order due to the low water supply, which means that outdoor burning is prohibited as a precautionary measure. The city’s water department continues to collaborate with Limestone County to address the prevailing water issues. While wells are operational and pumping, the low water pressure remains a critical concern.
The water service disruption was further aggravated by an incident involving a broken valve during ongoing water line repairs in Ardmore. This incident occurred on Friday morning just before the school day was set to begin. The broken valve, which needed to be closed for repairs, ended up breaking while closed and interrupted the water flow to Ardmore High School and Middle School.
Due to this water flow interruption, Ardmore City Schools administrators were compelled to dismiss classes early for the affected middle school and high school students, with announcements made around 9 a.m. The facilities faced significant limitations, including unavailable access to restrooms and food services due to the lack of running water.
Fortunately, by 10:30 a.m. the same day, water flow was restored to the schools after the broken valve was repaired. However, the impact of the water supply disruption lingered into the following week, necessitating the cancellation of classes on Tuesday at both Ardmore High School and Cedar Hill Elementary while the community continued to face water shortages.
The situation remains dynamic as city officials and the water department work diligently to resolve the existing water problems and restore normal services to Ardmore residents. The measures taken to conserve water and ensure safety reflect the community’s resilience amidst such challenges.
This cancellation of classes highlights the broader impact that infrastructure challenges can have on educational institutions and local communities. With the support from local emergency services, Ardmore is making every effort to manage this crisis while maintaining the safety and well-being of its residents and students.
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