A water main break in Saanich has caused disruptions to Lambrick Secondary School, the Gordon Head Recreation Centre, and nearby residence Thursday morning.
At approximately 8 a.m., the District of Saanich was alerted to a water main break on Torquay Drive and performed an emergency shut off.
The break caused Lambrick Secondary School and the Gordon Head Recreation Centre to shut down for the day, and is affecting a small number of residence on the 4100-block of Torquay Drive and on Judoba Place.
Lambrick Secondary School has cancelled classes for the day, but staff are remaining at the high school until all of the students have been picked up by their parents.
Meanwhile, Gordon Head Recreation Centre is expected to reopen at 1 p.m..
Important -Thursday April 4th: There is a Water main break which means LP having NO water. Students who are able to go home on their own are being dismissed. All other students will remain at school until pick up can be arranged. GHMS is available for us. @sd61schools
— Lambrick Park School (@LambrickPark) April 4, 2019
Gordon Head Recreation Centre is planning to reopen at 1pm today (Thursday). We appreciate your patience!
— Saanich Parks, Recreation & Community Services (@SaanichParksRec) April 4, 2019
So far, there have been no reports of damage in the area and Saanich crews are working to repair the water main as soon as possible.
District of Saanich spokesperson Kelsie McLeod told Victoria Buzz that crews are hoping to have repairs finished within the next 4 to 5 hours (approximately 6 p.m.)
The cause of the break is currently unknown, but is under investigation.
Gordon Head Recreation Centre is temporarily closed due to a water main break on Torquay Drive. Crews are on site and we will keep you posted of any updates. #saanich #yyj pic.twitter.com/doUC3hBVw4
— Saanich Parks & Rec (@SaanichParksRec) April 4, 2019