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City Council unanimously approved a local emergency declaration after heavy rains caused high turbidity in the raw water supply, reducing treatment plant output and lowering stored water levels. Mandatory water restrictions remained in effect, while officials said the water was safe to drink.
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The declaration gives Harrisonburg access to additional resources and allows reduced public procurement requirements if conditions worsen. Treatment problems began after May 14, and the city reduced or interrupted plant output to maintain safe drinking water. Residents were urged to continue conserving water so the system can recover.
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