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Centre LGBT Limoges Faces Water Damage
Flooding Forces Temporary Closure of LGBT+ Center in Limoges
Established in May 2025, the LGBT+ center Lim’Bow, situated on rue de Toulouse in Limoges, has been forced to suspend its operations due to extensive water damage. A notice at the entrance states: “Our facility is temporarily closed to the public due to water damage.” Consequently, all in-person activities are on hold, with consultations moving to remote options via phone calls.
Pipe Burst Leads to Severe Water Infiltration
The incident occurred overnight from January 1st to the 2nd, when a burst pipe in an adjacent apartment caused widespread damage. Upon arrival, members of the association found two to three centimeters of water covering the entire floor. “Our carpet and linoleum were entirely soaked,” explains Évelyne Sagnet, the center’s treasurer, still visibly shaken. The water also permeated the walls, necessitating a day and a half of concerted clean-up efforts.
Ongoing Damage Assessment
Ten days after the event, the center is still assessing the damage for insurance claims. Évelyne Sagnet observed that the persistent humidity is already causing mold, especially on the ceiling. “I’m documenting every detail for the insurance, and I can see mold starting to cover the ceiling,” she remarks, clearly worried.
She also empties dehumidifiers twice a day, demonstrating the high moisture levels within the premises.
Activities and Support Temporarily Halted
The center, which usually hosts around ten weekly visitors by appointment, as well as Saturday drop-ins and workshops like Pilates, improv theater, hypnotherapy, art classes, and support groups, has had to cease all activities.
“The humidity is still too high, and without proper insulation, heating is impossible as the warmth simply rises to our neighbor’s apartment,” the treasurer elaborates.
Adapting to Remote Operations
While waiting for an expert evaluation and potential reopening—which could take weeks or even months—the team at Lim’Bow is adapting. Évelyne Sagnet has reverted to previous modes of operation: “I’m managing paperwork from home and conducting phone consultations. It’s our only viable solution for now. This was our practice before the center opened.”
This unfortunate situation marks a significant setback for the association, starting the year under particularly trying conditions.
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