Water Main Break Halts Classes for Thousands of Southern Israeli Students

Thousands of students in southern Israel were unable to return to classes on Sunday following a major water main break that occurred late Saturday night. The incident, which took place in the city of Ashkelon, caused significant disruptions to the water supply, forcing local authorities to suspend educational activities for the day.

Emergency services and municipal workers worked throughout the night and into Sunday morning to repair the damaged pipe and restore water service. While repairs are ongoing, officials deemed it unsafe for students to attend school due to potential water quality issues and ongoing work.

The affected schools include kindergartens, elementary schools, and high schools across Ashkelon. The municipality announced that it would provide updates on the situation and the resumption of classes as soon as possible. The cause of the water main break is currently under investigation.