Multiple Schools Close in Totnes, Darlington Amid Burst Water Pipe Disruptions

Stoke Gabriel Community Primary School in Totnes has partially closed due to a burst water main affecting the local water supply, with preschool and Key Stage 2 pupils instructed to work from home while Key Stage 1 attended a planned trip. South West Water is conducting emergency repairs and expects to restore water supply within three to four hours. Residents in the TQ9 6 area have reported low or no water pressure, and those requiring constant water access for medical reasons are advised to contact the water company or join the Priority Service Register. Similar disruptions have led to temporary morning closures of Heathfield Primary, Broadway Nursery, and Eastbourne Pre-School in Darlington due to a separate burst water main incident. Authorities and water companies in both areas are actively managing repairs and providing updates to affected communities. These incidents highlight ongoing infrastructure challenges impacting local education and residents' access to essential services.