Highlands High School dismissed students early Monday because of a waterline break outside the school.

The high school closed at 11 a.m., according to a recorded phone call the district sent out to parents.

School and district officials could not be reached for comment and did not respond to requests for comment.

Due to the water main break at the high school, boys basketball presale tickets will now be on sale today at the Community Center next to the stadium from noon-7 PM. Student tickets are $5 and adults $7.@HighlandsSD @HHS_Students2 @HighlandsHoops @TribLiveHSSN @AKSportsWeekly

— Highlands_Athletics (@HighlandsAthl) February 24, 2020

According to the Harrison Township Water Authority, a service line to the high school had a leak and the district would be responsible for repairing it.

No other buildings were affected, according to the water authority.

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