FAIRMONT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Regular operations at Fairmont State University have been forced to cease for the time being as emergency water repairs are made.
A leak in the campus’ western loop has necessitated the shut off of water for the entire campus as repairs get underway.
The shut off began on Monday afternoon at 1:30 PM, with service having been restored in the evening and shut off once more at 6:00 AM Tuesday.
Essential employees are to report to work as normally scheduled despite the closure unless otherwise directed by a supervisor, while non-essential employees have been offered the option to work remotely at their discretion.
Those who reside on campus are required to be on campus, and those using the water when it is active should adhere to a boil water advisory due to potential discoloration following the flushing of the water system.
Closure is expected to continue through Tuesday, and regularly operations are anticipated to resume on Wednesday.
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