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Downtown Lynchburg Water Main Break Causes Brief Disruption

4/4/2025

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A water main break on Friday caused chaos in Downtown Lynchburg, particularly on the 1200 block of Main Street. Thankfully, Lynchburg Water Resources swiftly repaired the issue by afternoon. Residents facing air or discolored water are advised to run cold water for 3-5 minutes, and for ongoing problems, they can reach out to Lynchburg Water Resources at 434-455-4250.

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A water main break on Friday caused chaos in Downtown Lynchburg, particularly on the 1200 block of Main Street. Thankfully, Lynchburg Water Resources swiftly repaired the issue by afternoon. Residents facing air or discolored water are advised to run cold water for 3-5 minutes, and for ongoing problems, they can reach out to Lynchburg Water Resources at 434-455-4250.