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St. Helena Water May Become Discolored During Water Main Flushing
The discoloration is not harmful and the process is meant to improve drinking water quality, the city said.
ST. HELENA, CA — The City of St. Helena Water Department will conduct water distribution main flushing Wednesday, Nov. 16 through Nov. 22, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m., the city's Public Works officials said.
The purpose of the Water Main Flushing Program is to improve drinking water quality for residents and businesses, according to Clayton Church, Public Works operations manager.
The flushing process may cause discolored water and a reduction in pressure; the discoloration is temporary and is not harmful, Church said. However, if the condition persists, customers can contact St. Helena City Hall Public Works at 707-312-2230.
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"Thanks for your patience as we work to improve the quality of drinking water provided to the residents and businesses of St. Helena," Church said.
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