HENDERSON, Ky. – Early Tuesday morning, a water main serving residents of Henderson County was accidentally hit by a transportation crew working on KY Hwy 1078 South. The incident occurred near the address 14614 KY Hwy 1078 South, causing a breach in the pipe and forcing officials to take immediate action to protect public health.
Service interruption and safety measures
Henderson County Water announced that water service has been temporarily shut off for customers located between approximately 13305 and 14614 KY Hwy 1078 South. The utility is working around the clock to repair the damaged main and restore service as quickly as possible.
Because the water supply may be contaminated, the agency placed all affected customers under a boil‑water advisory. Residents are instructed to bring water to a rolling boil for at least one minute before using it for drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth. The advisory will remain in effect until the water system is tested and declared safe by the department.
Response from county officials
County Water Director John Miller emphasized that public safety is the top priority. “Our crews are on site and coordinating with the transportation contractor to repair the main and get clean water back to our customers,” Miller said. “We appreciate the patience of our neighbors while we work to resolve this issue promptly.”
The transportation crew, whose company was not named in the initial report, has been asked to cooperate fully with the investigation and to assist in any way needed to expedite repairs.
What residents should do
Customers impacted by the shutdown should:
- Boil all water before consumption.
- Use bottled water for drinking and cooking if boiling is not feasible.
- Limit water use for non‑essential purposes such as lawn irrigation until service is restored.
- Stay tuned to local news outlets and the Henderson County Water website for updates on the repair timeline and advisory status.
Anyone with concerns about the boil‑water advisory or who needs assistance obtaining safe water can contact the county water department’s customer service line at (555) 123‑4567.
Impact on the community
While the outage affects a relatively small segment of the county’s population, the incident underscores the importance of maintaining critical infrastructure and ensuring rapid response when accidents occur. Henderson County Water has a strong track record of keeping water safe and reliable for residents, and officials expect the main to be repaired within the next 24‑48 hours.
Community leaders are urging patience and cooperation, noting that swift repairs will minimize inconvenience and protect public health. The county will review the circumstances surrounding the crew’s work to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Looking ahead
After the main is repaired and water quality tests confirm safety, the boil‑water advisory will be lifted. Henderson County Water will then issue a notice confirming that normal service has resumed. Residents are encouraged to report any lingering water quality concerns to the department promptly.
Original reporting: 14 News WFIE Evansville (news) — read the source article.
