1st water tests found no harmful contaminants

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.
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.
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,
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.
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.
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: Pressure could increase this afternoon
It's been nearly two days without running water in Richmond. The big picture: There was brief hope early Wednesday when 13 of the city water plant's 20 filters were in operation, plus two of eight pumps — a significant overnight improvement in water production,
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 to give mid-day update on water testing
The city of Richmond is holding a news conference at noon Saturday to provide residents with an update on its second water test. The news conference comes less than 24 hours after the city said it passed its first test.
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 ...
Lynchburg's dual water sources and standby generators prevent Richmond-like water crisis
With more winter weather headed toward the Commonwealth, ABC13 investigated the safeguards in place, so that the same thing doesn't happen in Lynchburg.
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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 ...
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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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 ...
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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 ...