Huntsville residents received joyous news days before Christmas when town officials lifted a boil water order that had been in place since a water main leak disrupted service over a week ago. The order was issued on December 13th after the leak depleted the town's water storage. While temporary service was restored, it was not until Monday that the water was deemed safe for drinking without boiling. Residents had been struggling with the inconvenience, but the community rallied together to support each other during the crisis.
Huntsville residents received a special holiday gift days before Christmas on Monday when town officials lifted a boil water order that had been in place since a water main leak disrupted service over a week ago.In a social media post, the town said its water system is back to normal operations after it was sanitized, flushed and tested.The boil water order was put in place on Friday, Dec. 13 after the leak was found to have depleted most of the town's storage tank.
“As I filled them up and put lids on them and traveled back, and I’m 86, and my back was giving out. I came into the house and Suzy said these neighbors called and they said if there’s anything you need. We would be happy to come and help,' he shared.The Ferre's are relieved they will get to continue their family tradition this year, but most of all, they’re grateful for a Christmas miracle.
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