City to begin flushing fire hydrants Monday, April 19

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The City of Buckhannon Water Department will begin flushing fire hydrants Monday, April 19 and will continue each workday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. throughout the city water system, until complete. This does not include the public service districts.  

Please check water before doing any light colored laundry, water may be discolored due to flushing. 

Contact City Hall at 304-472-1430 for further information.

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