Limit-water-use request lifted for Montgomery, Prince George’s counties after water main breaks

Millions of residents in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties can go back to normal water use after WSSC lifted the essential-water-request from last week.

Officials said the water distribution system demand and pressure have been stabilized and water storage levels have returned to normal. Potomac and Patuxent Water Filtration Plants also continue to produce water to meet customers’ demand.

Nearly 2 million customers were asked to limit water use starting on Jan. 27 after cold weather increased stress on the water system. Since the request was made, 190 water main breaks and leaks were reported.

Officials say they are aware of 48 active breaks and leaks across the two counties. Since the beginning of this year, crews have responded to 439 water main breaks and leaks.

As crews work to repair other breaks and leaks, officials urge drivers to use extra caution when on the road.

Officials are asking drivers to:

• Slow down when approaching and traveling through work zones.
• Follow traffic control signs.
• Use extra caution – travel lanes can unexpectedly shift, narrow, or suddenly end due to snow/ice. 

Customers are urged to continue reporting suspected water main breaks and leaks by contacting WSSC Water.