City Shares Emergency Water Service Disruption & Water Quality Notice for Northeast Quadrant

WILMINGTON, OH (October 14, 2025)—The City of Wilmington announces that due to a water valve leak, water service was disrupted on October 14 in the Northeast Quadrant, specifically on N. Lincoln St., N. Walnut St., Lorish Ave., Xenia Ave., and N. South Street. This repair may also cause additional disruptions in water quality, including discolored water and/or potentially a temporary increase in lead levels in the drinking water. A boil advisory has not been issued at this time.

As a standard practice, the USEPA recommends the following action to reduce possible lead exposure in drinking water:

• If water has not been used for several hours, run the tap until there is a noticeable temperature drop. Then, run water for 30 seconds to 3 minutes before using it for drinking or cooking. This helps flush water that may have contained lead that may have leached from plumbing.

• Use cold water for cooking, drinking, and preparing baby formula. Boiling the water will not reduce lead.

• Clean your faucet aerator regularly.

• For additional information, visit drinktap.org or www.epa.gov/safewater/lead

Questions regarding the water service disruption and water quality notice may be made to the City Services Office at (937) 382-6509 or to the City Water Plant at (937)-382-3614.

RELEASED BY:

Michael Crowe, Director of Public Service

City of Wilmington

69 N. South Street

Wilmington, OH 45177

W: 937-382-6509

mcrowe@wilmingtonohio.gov