Boil advisory in effect after third water main break in 36 hours

It’s the same line that has lead to a boil water advisory for people living in Monessen, Charleroi and Speers.
The water was turned off for about 15 to 20 minutes Wednesday afternoon, according to the Water Authority.
About 3,000 customers are impacted and are using the water buffaloes, including 90-year-old Irene Sarran.
"You need it for your teeth.
You don’t realize how much you need water until something like this happens," Sarran said.
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The Department of Environmental Protection will test the water quality Wednesday and Thursday to ensure the water is safe to drink.
Once the Water Authority receives confirmation that the water is safe, the advisory will be lifted.
The original break was repaired Tuesday evening, but officials in the community said it ruptured again.
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