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Residents in Marysville, Susquehanna Township, and Lower Paxton Township in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, are experiencing discolored water. Veolia Water has been working "around the clock" to address the issue, conducting flushing operations to clear the water. Despite these efforts, the exact cause of the discoloration remains unidentified.
The problem, which has persisted for some time, has been linked to potential disturbances in the water system, such as water main breaks and power outages. Veolia initially suggested that the discoloration might have been caused by sediment stirred up during a training exercise by Rescue Fire Company 37. However, the fire company, led by Chief Larry Reist, denied responsibility, stating that the water was already discolored before their exercise.
Veolia has advised residents to run their cold water taps for five to ten minutes to help clear the discoloration. If the issue persists for more than 24 hours, residents are encouraged to contact Veolia's customer service. The company continues to conduct system-wide flushing operations and has scheduled further flushing in the affected areas, including along Linglestown Road in Susquehanna Township.
Local21 News reported that Veolia is committed to resolving the issue as quickly as possible. Meanwhile, residents remain frustrated by the ongoing problem, as noted by WGAL. The situation continues to develop as Veolia works to restore clear water to the affected communities.