
Brevard Public Schools will remain closed Wednesday due to flooding
By Marcus Chen
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After severe flooding sparked a state of emergency in Brevard County, the local school district announced schools will remain closed.In addition, the district listed out several reasons behind why schools are being kept closed.Schools had already been closed on Monday and Tuesday, and district officials announced the closure will continue into Wednesday, Nov. 4.“This marks our third day of closures following this week’s severe flooding throughout the county,” the release reads. “We know how difficult these closures are for families, and we did not make this decision lightly.”[RELATED: Here is how much rain fell across Central Florida]The district also discussed several of the “challenges” preventing schools from safely reopening, including:Water Service: A major water main break in the Melbourne area has placed nearly 30 schools under a boil water notice. Further disruptions could affect restrooms and air conditioning.Road Conditions: Flooded and closed roads across the county continue