East Bank schools in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, will be closed on Thursday due to low water pressure caused by a boil water advisory in East Jefferson. High schools will operate virtually, while elementary, middle, and K-8 schools will be closed.
Jefferson Parish schools in East Jefferson will be closed on Wednesday due to low water pressure and a boil water advisory, affecting all public and Catholic schools, as well as other facilities on the east bank of Jefferson Parish. The closures are a result of a water main break, and parents are advised to check for communication from their children's schools for specific information.
Memphis Light, Gas and Water is urging customers to conserve water due to burst pipes causing low water pressure, with 27 mains repaired since Sunday. Commercial and industrial customers are asked to limit usage, and individuals are advised to avoid letting faucets drip unnecessarily and to conserve water when washing dishes or taking showers.
MLGW has issued a boil water advisory for parts of north Shelby County due to low water pressure caused by power outages from Sunday's storm. The utility company is working to restore power and pressure to normal levels. Residents in the impacted area are advised to boil water for three minutes before using it for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation or to use bottled water until further notice.