Newport Utilities Emergency Declaration

NEWPORT UTILITIES

WATER OPERATIONS – EMERGENCY DECLARATION

Date: 09/29/2024
Time: 6:30 p.m.

At this time, Newport Utilities is declaring a state of emergency for all water operations.
Everyone who has water service at this point in time can expect to experience water disruption
within the next approximately 24 hours, depending on your area of service. This timeframe is a

calculated estimation based on water storage levels, usage approximations, and populations in our various coverage locations.

We experienced major damage to many of our crucial treatment systems, resulting in our inability to
circulate treated water to our customers. We will gradually restore service based on proximity to
our treatment plant as repairs are being made in the coming weeks. Once again, this restoration
estimate is an approximation based on our evaluation of the significant damage to our system.

Restoration will likely extend into the coming weeks for some customers.

There are many shelters and aid stations set up throughout the community and surrounding areas
that provide potable drinking water and necessities for those who need it. We are dedicated to
restoring service to our customers as quickly as possible, and will work tirelessly until all services

have been fully restored.

Thank you for your continued cooperation.