1st water tests found no harmful contaminants

What Richmonders still need to know about this week's water crisis
Richmonders are close to the end of a perfect storm of a week, which saw most of the city and parts of two counties without running water, kept public schools closed for multiple days, put the brand-new mayor under scrutiny from his constituents,
Richmond Water Crisis: First water tests found no harmful contaminants
Both the City of Richmond and Hanover County report initial water tests found no harmful contaminants A second round of testing, 16 hours after the first, must now be done before the Boil Water Advisory can be lifted Henrico will close water distribution sites, showering facilities Friday at 8 p.m.
After Richmond crisis, water infrastructure a General Assembly focus
As Virginia legislators take an unexpected break, right at the start of the 2025, the Richmond water crisis that’s delaying their work has given new urgency to an issue – drinking water and water policy – that’s been simmering for years.
Lawmakers gavel in, gavel out as Richmond’s water crisis drags on
Richmond Mayor Danny Avula said that water service has returned in some areas and that most residents could see at least a trickle by Wednesday afternoon.
How Did Richmond's Water Crisis Happen?
Richmond residents faced multiple days without running water after a winter storm caused failures at a treatment plant.
Richmond Water Crisis: Boil Water Advisory could extend into Saturday
Past inspections cited Richmond water plant for deteriorating equipment Inspection reports obtained by CBS 6 revealed that Richmond's Department of Public Utilities has been previously cited for failures related to its emergency planning and deteriorating equipment.
Richmond Water Crisis: When will water return to Richmond?
James Woods has lost his Pacific Palisades home in the Southern California fires that continue to devastate parts of Los Angeles. Speaking on CNN, the 77-year-old “Vampires” and “Once Upon a Time in America” actor broke down in tears discussing the harrowing situation in his neighborhood. “One day you’re swimming in the pool and the …
Richmond's plan to prevent another water outage during weekend storm
Richmond is once again facing 3 to 4 inches of snow this weekend. Why it matters: Residents have seen firsthand how winter storms can threaten local water supplies. Driving the news: On Thursday afternoon,
Richmond area’s water issues enter day 5
Do not drink from water fountains in parks or public or private buildings that receive water from the City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities. Do n
What happened at Richmond’s water treatment plant, causing widespread water crisis?
The city is giving further insight into what went wrong with Richmond's reservoir system on Monday, leaving residents in and around Richmond with little to no water.
Where’s my water? Breaking down Richmond’s water crisis rhetoric
The disconnect between the confusing, technical jargon coming from city leaders and the experiences of real people living through this crisis is a hot topic of conversation.
Boil advisories and budget battles: Water crisis looms over start of 2025 legislative session
When Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears found herself boiling water in her Richmond apartment after Monday’s powerful winter storm ...
Richmond mayor, superintendent give update on water crisis Wednesday afternoon
Justin Baldoni’s lawyer Bryan Freedman appeared on an episode of “The Megyn Kelly Show” where the former Fox News host played ...
California woman begs Newsom for answers on fire crisis: ‘Why was there no water?’
"I would do whatever I can," Newsom told a California resident who asked him if he would fill hydrants himself, prompting her ...
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Red Hill Water Crisis
The Environmental Protection Agency is making moves to disband the elected community advisory board it established as part of a federal consent decree regarding the closure of the Navy’s ...
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Richmond Red Cross faces blood shortage due to winter weather and water crisis
The Richmond Division of the American Red Cross is facing a blood shortage due to the combined impact of the recent winter storm and the ongoing water crisis affecting city residents.
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Henrico County hit by four water main breaks amid water crisis, closes water distribution centers for incoming weather
Henrico County officials are hopeful the boil water advisory will be lifted Saturday, but are tackling multiple water main ...
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Henrico leader encourages citizens to keep asking questions amid Richmond Water Crisis
Henrico Board of Supervisor Chair Tyrone Nelson said the coming days, the county would evaluate its response at all levels ...