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Town of Elbert under boil water advisory after major water line cut

KKTV · last updated

ELBERT, Colo. (KKTV) — The town of Elbert is under a boil water advisory Wednesday night after a major water line was cut.

According to the Elbert County Government, a major water line was cut during the installation of fiber lines.

As of 3:25 p.m. Wednesday, the town is under a boil water advisory, and the Elbert County Government said there is no water to homes or businesses.

Water pressure issues were first announced by the Elbert Fire Protection District just after 12:30 p.m.

Elbert County Government said water would be distributed to town residents and businesses at Elbert School. Each household is limited to one case or two gallons.

There is no estimated time for the water pressure to return to normal.

Residents are urged to take precautions to conserve water during this time.

This article will be updated as we learn more.

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