City of Richmond says water production has been restored

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- The City of Richmond has announced that water production has been restored as of noon on Tuesday, though it will take hours for it to be distributed throughout the city. Water production was restored as of noon on Tuesday, Jan. 7, according to city officials. The city continues to urge residents to conserve water when possible. PREVIOUSLY: City of Richmond continues to work to restore water The boil water advisory issued on Monday, Jan. 6, remains in effect for residents who have water service, as testing necessary to lift the advisory has not yet been completed. “I am incredibly proud of our City staff,” said Mayor Danny Avula. “We called in every department to bring all of our resources to the challenge, and I am grateful for the long hours of coordination, planning, and hard work to get our City’s water system back online and to care for our residents during the crisis. Thank you so much, Richmond, for your continued patience.”  Those looking for free bottled water being distributed in the city can click here.