COLONIAL HEIGHTS, Va. — Colonial Heights opened a water distribution site Thursday as a boil water advisory continues due to a 50-year-old water main bursting on Wednesday.
Residents in need of water can visit the Colonial Heights Technical Center from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday.
Each vehicle will receive one case of water, city officials said.
"We strongly encourage all residents and businesses to continue following the Boil Water Advisory available on our website until the City confirms that the water supply is safe for consumption," the latest update from the city says.
WATCH: Colonial Heights under boil water advisory after water main under creek ruptures
Residents began noticing they had no running water and started calling City Hall around 11 a.m. Wednesday. It took city crews about an hour to locate the leak.
Thursday, officials provided an update saying crews had completed the repair of the water main at 2 a.m.
"Following the repair, City Utilities staff have been flushing the water system and will begin the first round of water sampling this morning. Please be aware that several rounds of bacteriological testing are required, and results must meet state safety standards consecutively before the water can be cleared for drinking," officials said.
Colonial Heights leaders are not able to provide a timeline for when the boil advisory will be lifted, but said it will extend beyond one day.
Residents are advised to stay updated by checking the city's website or social media pages.
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