Georgia high school shuts down in-person classes after students report black water in bathrooms – WSB-TV

Georgia high school shuts down in-person classes after students report black water in bathrooms  WSB-TV

Dunwoody High School will move to virtual learning for the rest of the week because of discolored water. A Department of Watershed Management team is working to determine what is causing the problems. DUNWOODY, Ga. — Dunwoody High School will move to virtual learning for the rest of the week because of discolored water. A Department of Watershed Management team is working to determine what is causing the problems. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] In a letter sent to parents, Dunwoody High School Principal Tom Bass said there are a few facilities issues at the school, leading to a closure through the end of the week.

“We experienced water valve issues that resulted in discolored water in a few areas of the building. Bottled water is available on site for students and staff, including in our kitchen, and restrooms remain operational,” Bass said. “I was using the restroom and I flushed the toilet and literally just black, literally just black, and I was worried,” said senior Aritza Lopez. “The water issue also affected HVAC systems in parts of the school. The affected HVAC units have been repaired and are now operational and cooling. We will continue with school as normal for the rest of today,” Bass said. The school district said initially that the issue