Which Ames Residents Shouldn't Do Their Laundry

The entered its final week of hydrant flushing ahead of schedule. During this annual maintenance event residents can expect that their water might be rusty or turned off for a bit and a few roads will be partially blocked while crews work.

If you want to know whether Ames has flushed hydrants in your area go to this site and enter your address: www.cityofames.org/hydrants.

Drive carefully when you see a crew, streets might be flooded. And check the tap and look for discolored water before you take a drink, wash your dishes or do your laundry, just in case.

If you do see rusty water turn on all the cold taps until the water runs clear.

If you need helo with rust stains call 515-239-5550.

Check the City listed here, for more information.