"The water supply emergency was declared on Saturday as the town "works diligently to improve our critical water infrastructure" with "the utmost seriousness," Bridgewater Water Superintendent William Young said in an announcement posted to Facebook. The declaration extended the town's total outdoor watering ban and established an advisory to limit indoor water usage, including taking shorter showers and only running washing machines and dishwashers when full."
"While discoloration has been concentrated in specific areas of town, BSU continuously assesses conditions on campus and stays coordinated with town officials should circumstances change. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to follow guidance from the town regarding water usage when appropriate, and BSU provides support by connecting them to alternative treated water resources, including the town's PFAS-free water kiosk."
Bridgewater declared a water supply emergency after weeks of residents reporting brown, 'dirty' water from faucets, tubs and toilets. Town leaders acknowledged a decade of neglect of the water system and estimated resolution could take up to two years. The town extended a total outdoor watering ban and advised reduced indoor use such as shorter showers and only running full laundry and dishwasher loads. Bridgewater Water Superintendent William Young said crews are working diligently to improve critical infrastructure. Bridgewater State University monitors campus conditions, coordinates with town officials, and connects the campus to alternative treated water, including a PFAS-free kiosk. An emergency interconnection with Middleborough is being established, though temporary discoloration may occur as pressures are adjusted.
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