Jump to contentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleRachel DobkinFriday 11 September 2026 22:28 BST(AFP/Getty)The School City of Hammond district in Indiana has banned all metal water bottles, including popular brands like Stanley and Yeti, from school grounds.School officials announced the immediate ban over concerns that heavy stainless steel drink containers could be used as dangerous blunt weapons.Metal water bottles from brands like Stanley, Yeti, and Owala have surged in popularity among students in recent years.Viral online videos have previously showcased the extreme durability of these metal bottles, including one being used as a defensive weapon during a break-in.Students affected by the ban will still be permitted to bring plastic water bottles to school.In fullPublic school district in Indiana bans Stanley cups and other metal water bottles because they can be used as weaponsMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in