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Boil water advisory issued in Prichard

WSAZ · last updated

WAYNE COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) — A boil water notice has been issued in the town of Prichard.

In a release from Kenova Municipal Water, officials say the town of Prichard, and any other residences located near the listed areas that have experienced low or absent water pressure.

Officials say the Prichard tank was drained and refilled for maintenance on Saturday, and they expect the problem resolved within the next 48 hours.

Guidance from the release says not to drink the water without boiling it for at least one minute. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes and food preparation until further notice.

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