RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – As work continues to restore full-service water utilities throughout Raleigh County, water distribution events remain recurring to assist those who remain without water.
A Saturday statement from Beckley Water Company indicates that facilities have been operating around the clock to ensure optimal water production in the face of the ongoing shortage.
“Both water plants are operating 24-hours daily to maximize production,” read the statement. “Currently, the Beckley Water Company system is gaining slowly which indicates there remains substantial usage above normal levels. Please notify us if your residence or business location is in need of assistance as well as any apparent leaks along roadways or ditches.”
As efforts continue, several New Years Day distribution events have been scheduled in a number areas, along with showers which have been made available to those who need them.
The following areas have been confirmed to be holding Sunday water distribution events. It should be noted that those who utilize the water tankers will need to bring their own containers along.
Water Tanker Distribution – 01/01/2023
- Sophia City Fire Department – 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Trap Hill Volunteer Fire Department – beginning at 2:00 PM
- Whitesville Fire Department – Distribution times not provided though previous distribution events ran from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Coal River Fire Department – Distribution times not provided
- Josephine Post Office – Distribution times not provided
- Gospel Lighthouse in Sundial (new distribution site located at 8461 Coal River Road) 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Bottled Water Distribution – 01/01/2023
- Sophia Fire Dept 9:00 AM -2:00 PM
- Trap Hill Fire Dept 2:00 PM
- 8461 Coal River Rd 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Beckley Water Company has also announced that showers will be available at Lester Fire Department from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Sunday.
Elderly residents who cannot make it out for distribution events may contact the Raleigh County 911 Center’s non-emergency line at (304) 255-9121 to arrange for water delivery in impacted areas.
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