DCWASA has identified the source of the "low pressure" and/or "no water" issue in Northwest

April 02, 2004

DCWASA has identified the source of the "low pressure" and/or "no water" problem that occurred earlier this morning (between the 3000 - 3500 blocks of Massachusetts Ave, Wisconsin Ave, Woodland Drive and Cathedral Ave NW, Washington, DC). We anticipate services to be restored to all affected areas by 5:00pm today. If you are still experiencing "low pressure" and/or "no water" issues after 5:00pm, please call our 24-hour emergency number 202-612-3400 to report your address and problem. Thank you for your patience.

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