A school in Buzet, Namur province, was disinfected following reports of nearly 100 children experiencing gastrointestinal symptoms, according to local media. The incident prompted an emergency closure of the communal school, with officials conducting water tests that found no anomalies, according to multiple outlets.
School Closure and Disinfection Efforts
The school in Buzet was temporarily shut down on Friday after approximately 70 students were hospitalized with symptoms linked to contaminated water, as reported by L’Avenir. The facility underwent disinfection prior to its planned reopening, with authorities emphasizing precautionary measures to ensure student safety. Local media described the closure as an urgent response to the outbreak, though no specific source of contamination was identified.
Water Analysis Findings
The incident has raised questions about public health protocols in educational institutions, particularly in rural areas. Local authorities have not commented on whether further measures, such as expanded testing or policy reviews, will be implemented. The school’s reopening date has not been confirmed, pending final assessments by health officials.
