Auburn University sent an email to students on Tuesday announcing that it is closing Cambridge Hall and moving its 305 residents temporarily into hotels.

“In recent weeks, Auburn University discovered water intrusion issues at Cambridge Hall caused by severe rainstorms. When making repairs, additional moisture concerns developed and were further exacerbated by significant rainfall and severe heat and humidity throughout July and early August,” the university said in a statement provided to AL.com.

Residence hall early move-in began on Tuesday; local news reports said some students had already moved into rooms in Cambridge. Classes begin Aug. 16. The university said it planned to initially delay move-ins into Cambridge Hall to do repairs.

“However, remediation efforts dictated a timeline that does not allow us the ability to guarantee that students will be able to move into Cambridge without additional disruptions. The health, well-being, and personal and academic success of Auburn students remain a top university priority, and this decision was made with abundant caution following careful considerations with multiple campus units and external experts.”

Auburn will provide students with hotel accommodations until Aug. 30 and will give a $5,000 emergency allowance to assist with the costs associated with securing off-campus housing.

In an email to students, the university also said it will fully reimburse students’ dorm rental payments and will provide residents with an upgraded meal plan. University housing is also working with local property managers to identify vacancies and regularly update families about options.

“We know this is disappointing and frustrating. We appreciate your patience and understanding over the past several days. Although it is causing significant disruption to you now, please know that the decision to close Cambridge was made to reduce further disruption during the fall semester,” Bryan Rush, associate vice president of student affairs wrote in the email.

For updates and frequently asked questions related to the closure, click here.