All articles tagged with #water outage
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
A water service outage affecting over 9,000 LADWP customers in Porter Ranch and Granada Hills is underway due to emergency repairs at a local water pump station, with repairs expected to be completed by August 8, and water distribution sites set up to assist residents.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Water pressure is returning to downtown Atlanta after a two-day outage caused by major water main breaks. A boil water order remains in effect for parts of the city. Mayor Andre Dickens, who faces criticism for the city's response, declared a state of emergency to expedite repairs. Megan Thee Stallion's concerts were rescheduled due to the outage, while other events proceeded as planned. The city continues to distribute bottled water and monitor the situation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
A series of water main breaks in Atlanta caused widespread water outages and low pressure, forcing businesses to close and residents to rely on bottled water. The disruptions led to canceled events and hospital diversions, with many residents expressing frustration over the lack of timely updates from city officials. Repairs were completed, but a boil-water notice remained in effect.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Water pressure is returning to downtown Atlanta after a two-day outage caused by major water main breaks, but a boil water order remains in effect. Mayor Andre Dickens announced that one of the breaks has been repaired, while the city continues to address another leak. The outage disrupted businesses and events, including concerts by Megan Thee Stallion, and highlighted issues with the city's aging infrastructure.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Atlanta Journal Constitution
Atlanta is experiencing a significant water outage due to multiple water main breaks, leading to a boil water advisory and a state of emergency declaration. Crews are working to repair the aging infrastructure, but many residents and businesses remain without water or with low pressure. The city's communication response has been criticized, and various events and services have been disrupted. The Georgia Environmental Protection Division will determine when the advisory can be lifted.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Atlanta Journal Constitution
Emory University Hospital Midtown is diverting ambulances and transferring some patients due to a severe water outage in Atlanta caused by multiple water main breaks. The hospital is relying on bottled water and tanker trucks to maintain operations, but challenges persist, including limited food options and rescheduled outpatient appointments. The situation highlights vulnerabilities in healthcare infrastructure.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Atlanta Journal Constitution
Atlanta's Department of Watershed Management issued a boil water advisory affecting areas with water outages or low pressure due to repairs on major transmission lines. Although repairs were completed near Joseph E. Boone Boulevard, the advisory remains in place as further repairs continue. Residents can access water at designated fire stations and the Atlanta-DeKalb Human Services Complex. The Georgia Environmental Protection Division will determine when the advisory can be lifted. Updates are available on the Watershed Management's website and social media.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
A drinking water main rupture at the Elkridge Pumping Station in Howard County has caused water outages and low pressure for approximately 100,000 residents, primarily in the Elkridge and Long Reach areas. Crews are working to repair the 36-inch water main, and affected customers have been switched to alternative water sources. The county executive assures that once the water is restored, it will be safe to use, and there is no need to boil water. The cause of the water main break is still unknown.