The City of Richmond, in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Health, has expanded a Boil Water Advisory to include more residents on the Southside. This advisory now affects those served by the Cofer Road Tank, encompassing communities such as Ancarrow’s Landing, Bellemeade, Blackwell, and others within the orange-shaded area on an official map.
This development follows a previous announcement affecting areas like Byrd Park, Brookland Park, Carver, Carytown, and several others. Some residents may experience total water service loss or reduced pressure. The advisory urges affected individuals to conserve water and boil it before consumption. Residents are encouraged to stay informed through rva.gov or the City’s social media platforms.
The advisory results from an operational issue at the City’s Water Treatment Plant on May 27. After running at full production for over an hour, filters reclogged, reducing pressure in the distribution system and impacting the Ginter Park Tank’s service area. Officials continue monitoring efforts to restore full pressure and will provide updates as needed.
Residents are advised to conserve water during this period to ensure essential needs are met. Communication between city officials and the Virginia Department of Health remains ongoing as they work towards resolving the situation. Once normal water pressure resumes in affected areas, personnel from the Department of Public Utilities will begin flushing systems and lifting advisories accordingly.
The City will release new information through rva.gov and its social media channels (@rvagov on Instagram and Facebook).
A checklist for safe water use advises against drinking tap water during this alert or using it for various domestic purposes unless boiled vigorously for three minutes. Additionally, temporary conservation tips recommend reducing shower times and postponing non-essential activities like washing clothes.
Mayor Avula and City Council maintain regular communication regarding developments while council leadership stays informed at the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
For further updates or guidance related to food service establishments impacted by this advisory visit go.rva.gov/water-0527 or rhhd.gov/bwa-fse respectively.
