Memphis Boil Water Advisory Extended, Fix Timeline Uncertain

As the city grapples with the second consecutive year of a city-wide boil water advisory, MLGW continues repair work on numerous leaks, with more expected to be discovered.

• Memphis Light, Gas & Water (MLGW) has expanded a boil water advisory to its entire coverage area due to a series of water main breaks and dropping water pressure.
• MLGW CEO Doug McGowen said that while 36 water main leaks and over 2,000 leaks in homes and businesses have been repaired, more fixes are still needed.
• As the temperature warms up and ice begins to melt, more leaks are likely to be discovered, which will help MLGW estimate a more accurate timeline for complete restoration of water pressure.
• Multiple sites across the city are providing cases of water daily to residents affected by the advisory.
• This is the second year in a row that Memphis has undergone a city-wide boil water advisory.

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