A water main break early Monday in Owensboro, Kentucky, has left much of the city dry.
Hundreds of businesses and restaurants have closed or scaled back services.
Those who have water are under a boil order and encouraged to conserve water.
Here are some resources you may need: Owensboro Municipal Utilities Website: omu.org Phone: 270-926-3200 Daviess County Emergency Management Agency Website: daviessky.org/departments/emergency-management/ Phone: 270-685-8448 Owensboro Health Regional Hospital The hospital has canceled all elective surgeries for Monday and will be operating on a "day-by-day" schedule.
Many of their doctor’s offices have been closed.
The emergency and trauma facilities are running as normal.
Website: owensborohealth.org/ How to make your water safe for consumption Bring the tap water to a roiling boil for three minutes.
You can cool and store the water for later use.
If you suspect price gouging for water, contact the Kentucky Attorney General’s office at ag.ky.gov or 1-888-432-9257.
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