Lamar CISD responds to a video showing what appeared to be feces floating from the Fulshear HS water leak, impacting 12 classrooms

FULSHEAR, Texas (KTRK) — A massive water leak caused students to run out of a classroom at Fulshear High School Thursday morning. Videos of the incident began circulating on social media, prompting Lamar CISD to respond to what appeared to be floating on the ground.

According to the district, a water pipe broke in Hall 1300, affecting around 12 classrooms. The campus was placed on hold while the situation was addressed.

Lucas Smith, a student at Fulshear High School, told ABC13 he was sitting on the desk directly below around 10 a.m. and had moved out of the way just seconds before.

“The girl in front of me says, 'What the fuck?' And she looks up. We see water dripping from the ceiling and the water begins to flow even faster. I sprint out the door and leave it all there. Then water just starts pouring out of the ceilings and everyone just freaks out,” Smith said.

After leaving the classroom, Smith began recording what appeared to be floating on the floor. He also said that after the leak there was also a bad smell that smelled like sewage.

“It smelled like you drove past the Fulshear poop factory. Anyone who lives in Fulshear knows that smell is not pleasant at all,” he said.

“It's frustrating. My child has friends who were in the classes where the incident occurred and they were crying because they were wet and couldn't walk,” said a parent who wished to remain anonymous.

ABC13 brought the video in question to the district. A spokesperson issued the following statement:

“I understand the concerns raised by the footage. I want to clarify that the pipe involved in the recent incident at Fulshear High School carries industrial water that is used for sinks and water fountains in our building. It is important to note that this pipe is not connected to the sewer system and does not carry wastewater. Materials shown in the video may include insulation, building materials, and ceiling tiles. These materials can dissolve when wet, which could cause confusion, and we are committed to clarifying the situation with the utmost seriousness and ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the affected areas.”

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