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The Department of Watershed Management in Atlanta halted water service due to repairs on a 48-inch and 36-inch transmission line, affecting much of the city including downtown. A boil water advisory was issued out of caution for any customers who had experienced water outages or low pressure, still in effect on Saturday. Several areas of Atlanta were affected, causing restaurants to close and events to be delayed or cancelled.
Atlanta Water Service Interruptions and Boil Water Advisory
Atlanta’s Department of Watershed Management recently announced that water service in many parts of Atlanta, including all of downtown, would be temporarily halted from 5 p.m. on Friday. The shutdown is to allow crews to repair breaks on a 48-inch and 36-inch transmission line that transports large volumes of water to the metropolitan area.
The Watershed Management Department, in an abundance of caution, issued a boil water advisory just after 2 p.m. This advisory affects Atlanta water customers who’ve experienced a water outage or low water pressure. The order was still in effect on Saturday.
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Impact on Local Businesses and Events
The affected areas encompassed a large part of Northwest Atlanta, Downtown Atlanta and East Atlanta. This resulted in wide-ranging consequences, with restaurants across several neighborhoods having to close due to water outages or low water pressure.
In addition, the water issues led to a myriad of event delays and cancellations, including a Friday concert by Megan Thee Stallion at State Farm Arena. Patrons planning to attend events in Downtown Atlanta are advised to verify the event status before traveling.
Keeping Up-to-Date
Atlanta Watershed Management is posting updates on its website, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. An updated Water Outage map from the city is also available.
What To Do During A Boil Water Advisory
The city provides a tipsheet detailing actions to take during a boil water advisory. This information is crucial for residents affected by the current water situation.
Additional resources include articles on what to do during a boil water advisory, coping without water service, and a historical look at previous Atlanta water main breaks and water outages.
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