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WSSC Water Issues Essential Request to Restrict Water Use After Power Outage at Potomac Plant
The plant supplies about 75% of WSSC customers, and officials said they are working with Pepco to restore power.
- On Tuesday, WSSC Water urged 1.9 million customers in Montgomery and Prince George counties to limit water use to essential purposes following a power outage at the Potomac Water Filtration Plant.
- The Potomac Water Filtration Plant, which supplies about 75% of WSSC customers, lost power; the utility is working with Pepco to restore operations as quickly as possible.
- Conserving current supplies is critical for sanitation and fire protection, WSSC spokesperson Lyn Riggins said; water remains safe to drink without boiling before use.
- Residents must avoid outdoor water use including lawn irrigation and minimize indoor usage such as flushing toilets, washing machines, and dishwashers to prevent a future Boil Water Advisory.
- While the Potomac plant typically produces between 100 and 120 million gallons daily, the other WSSC plant remains operational, currently producing 90 to 95 million gallons to maintain system pressure.
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WSSC issues essential water use warning for Montgomery, Prince George's counties
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