FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) — 12 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020: An advisory for all residents who are in the Page-Kincaid Public Service District to boil their water is now lifted. The notice went into effect on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020.
The problem which led to the problem, a main well failure, has been corrected as of Thursday, Aug. 6. All residents may now use their water without boiling it first.
ORIGINAL STORY – 2:42 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 2020: The Page-Kincaid Public Service District (PSD) announced a health alert for residents of the area. According to a release, a main well failure affected the entire water system.
A boil water advisory was issued by the PSD. Residents of the area are instructed not to use the water without bringing it to a boil first.
All water using for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, bathing and for preparation should be brought to a full rolling boil for one minute. It should then be allowed to cool before use.
Anyone with questions can call the Page Kincaid PSD at 304-465-1045.
