More details are emerging in Cranberry Township on why residents were asked to avoid using water for non-essential purposes this morning.
West View Water Authority, which supplies all the water to Cranberry, says they dramatically increased water production this morning, which resulted in sediment being stirred up in the piping distribution system causing discolored water.
The authority says they increased production in order to store additional water because waterways upstream from their plant could be shutdown due to the train derailment in Hamar.
The authority adds that the water is still safe to drink.
But, residents may still be noticing decreased water pressure and discoloration. If your water is discolored, officials advise to let a lower-level cold water tap run for one to two minutes until the water is clear.
If you experience discolored water or stained laundry:
• Do not continue to use the water for laundry.
• Keep the laundry items damp until the water clears.
• Do not use chlorine bleach.
• Soak the items for a few hours and re-launder with your regular detergent and non-chlorine bleach.