Jackson, Mississippi, Experiences Drinking Water Crisis
Jackson, Mississippi, experienced water issues since winter storms in mid-February, which will be addressed in a May 11 meeting concerning the water system.
Jackson, Mississippi, has been experiencing water issues since winter storms in mid-February.
The city was under a boil notice as a result. Residents experienced low pressure in faucets and in the wake of the boil notice water distribution centers cropped up in the city.
According to Public Works Director Charles William, water main breaks that occurred complicated the process of getting water to residents, reported Good Morning America.
Gov. Tate Reeves suggested a state takeover of Jackson s water system and tweeted that he secured tankers to provide non potable water to residents. The Mississippi National Guard was activated as well to assist Jackson during the crisis.
Timeline: Jackson is in the middle of a water crisis. How did we get here? Sarah Haselhorst, Mississippi Clarion Ledger
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A water outage in Jackson has caused many to lug gallons from distribution sites to their homes just to flush the toilet. Low pressure in faucets has made it difficult to shower or wash dishes. A citywide water boil has left thousands of people without immediate, safe drinking water.
How did it happen? Here s what to know:
Feb. 16: Winter weather and icy temperatures choked equipment at the city s water treatment plants, rendering water pressure inadequate. It caused nearly 43,000 water customers in Jackson to be placed under a boil-water advisory.
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