VDH: Richmond's water crisis was "completely avoidable"
A 10-page report from Virginia health officials to Richmond on Thursday can be summed up with one scathing sentence: "The water crisis should never have happened and was completely avoidable." Why it matters: It's the first time the Virginia Department of Health has officially said the city's preparation was so insufficient it may have violated state law and regulations.
Officials announce relief fund for Richmond residents impacted by water crisis
Applications for funds will be open Friday. Eligible expenses will include rent and mortgage payments, healthcare, childcare, utility bills and car loan payments.
VDH cites Richmond with alleged violations for failing to prevent water crisis
RICHMOND, Va. — The widespread water crisis that engulfed the Richmond metro area earlier this month was completely avoidable and never should have happened, according to a damning Notice of Alleged Violation issued to the City of Richmond by the Virginia Department of Health (VDH), a warning which also states the city may have broken state law.
VDH says Richmond is not capable of reliably providing citizens with water
The Virginia Department of Health does not believe that the city of Richmond is capable of ensuring its citizens have reliable access to clean water.
Virginia launches probe into Richmond water crisis as legislature begins work
Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Monday that the state has already launched an investigation into last week’s water crisis in Richmond through the Virginia Department of Health’s Office of Drinking Water,
Will Richmond's water crisis lead to a push for investment in infrastructure?
The crisis has led to speculation lawmakers may want to specifically take on water infrastructure during their session.
How many days in a row some Richmond water treatment plant staff worked amid water crisis
Some city employees worked 17 days in a row since the January 6 emergency, and other employees worked 21 consecutive days without a day
Richmond residents sought out the city’s natural springs during water crisis
Richmond’s recent water crisis left residents scrambling for drinkable water for days after a winter storm knocked out power at the water treatment plant, triggering a backup system failure and major flooding.
How you can help folks impacted by Richmond Water Crisis
The city is partnering with the United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg to support Richmonders impacted by the crisis.
City of Richmond announces funding progam for water crisis
The City has partnered with the United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg to provide a way for the community to support their neighbors by contributing to the Water Crisis Fund,
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‘Virginia is winning’: Youngkin delivers optimistic State of the Commonwealth speech
Entering his final full year in office, Gov. Glenn Youngkin addressed a joint session of the General Assembly on Monday, ...
Youngkin to outline final year agenda as Virginia Governor in his 'State of the Commonwealth' address
The speech on Monday morning will give the governor a chance to share his priorities for his final year in office.