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WEBVTT PEOPLE ARE BEING AFFECTEDBY THIS LATEST WATER CRISIS.REPORTER: THIS IS A 2500-GALLONWATER BUFFALO.SEVEN OF THEM ARE SET UP AROUNDrtTHE AREA, INCLUDING HERE AT THEMILLVALE COMMUNITY CENTER.FROM HOMES TO SCHOOLS TOBUSINESSES, THIS ADVISORY'SrtBEING FELT WIDESPREAD.SIGNS POSTED ON THE FRONT DOOROF PAMELA'S DINER IN MILLVALEPAINT THE PICTURE.THE RESTAURANT CLOSED.rtCUSTOMERS TURNED AWAY.>> IT'S MY NORMAL THING.8:00 EVERY DAY I COME OVER FORBREAKFAST, SO THIS IS A SURPRISErtTO ME TO HAVE THIS PLACE CLOSE.REPORTER THE RESTAURANT OWNERDIDN'T WANT TO GO ON CAMERA BUTSAID IT WASN'T WORTH THE RISK TOOPEN TODAY.INSTEAD HER STAFF IS SPENDINGrtTHE DAY FLUSHING PIPES ANDPREPARED FOOD WILL BE TRASHED.THE LOSS, HUGErtACROSS THE STREET AT THEMILLVALE DINER, THE SAME STORY.THE OWNER DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT THEADVISORY UNTIL I TOLD HIM.THERE, ON THE SPOT, HE DECIDEDTO CLOSE.rt>> I'VE NEVER SEEN IT WHERE ITCLOSED THINGS DOWN BEFORE.THAT KIND OF CAUTION TO CLOSE rtBUSINESS, IT'S PRETTY AMAZING.REPORTER: MARK PANZA, ALSO ABUSINESS OWNER IN MILLVALE,FOUND OUT ABOUT THE ADVISORYrtLAST NIGHT.HE, TOO, IS WONDERING HOW IT'LLIMPACT HIS ART GALLERY IN TOWN.>> I'LL HAVE TO GET AROUND TOWNAND SEE WHAT ELSE.I USUALLY VISIT ALL THERESTAURANTS, THAT'S WHAT I DO.I IMAGINE IT'S GOING TO AFFECTrtALL OF US TODAY.REPORTER: RESERVE ELEMENTARYSCHOOL, ALSO UNDER THE ADVISORY,HANDING OUT BOTTLED WATER TOSTUDENTS AND STAFF.WATER FOUNTAINS WILL BE COVERED,rtAND ALL SCHOOL LUNCHES WILL BEMADE OFF SITE.18,000 WATER CUSTOMERS DOINGWHAT THEY CAN UNDER THISPRECAUrtTIONARY ADVISORYOFFICIALS SAY, IF YOU'RE COMINGTO ONE OF THESE DISTRIBUTIONSITES, YOU NEED TO BRING YOUROWN CONTAINER.IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO GET TO ONE,rtCALL 311 FOR HELP.

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The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority has issued a flush and boil water advisory for 19 city neighborhoods, the borough of Millvale and Reserve Township.PWSA says the advisory is a temporary precaution due to deficiencies in the cover of the Lanpher reservoir that could compromise water quality. No contamination has been identified at this time.Towns and neighborhoods affected:Borough of MillvaleReserve Township Allegheny Center Allegheny West Brighton Heights California-Kirkbride Central Northside ChateauEast AlleghenyFineviewHerr's Island Manchester Marshall-Shadeland North Shore Northview Heights Perry North Perry South Spring Garden Spring Hill-City View Summer Hill Troy HillWATER DISTRIBUTION CENTERS: List of places where fresh water will be providedAccording to PWSA, the following precautions should be taken:"Customers within the impacted area should do the following before using water for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth, and food preparation until further notice:Residents who do not know if their property has lead water pipes or solder, it is recommended to first flush your lines by running water from your tap for at least one minute before boiling. Boil tap water vigorously for at least one minute prior to using it for drinking or cooking (the minute starts when the water begins to bubble). This includes water used for brushing teeth, making ice, washing raw foods, preparation of drinks, and water for pets.Wait for the water to cool before using it, or store it in the refrigerator in a clean container." The following schools, which are part of Pittsburgh Public Schools, are affected by the advisory:Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8Pittsburgh ClaytonPittsburgh ConroyPittsburgh King PreK-8Pittsburgh Manchester PreK-8Pittsburgh Morrow PreK-8Pittsburgh Oliver Citywide AcademyPittsburgh Perry High SchoolPittsburgh Schiller 6-8Pittsburgh Spring Hill K-5Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood CenterCity Connections – NorthPittsburgh Public Schools released the following statement:"All schools in the impacted areas will receive daily deliveries of bottled water, based on student enrollment, during the flush and boil advisory. All kitchen/utility sinks and water fountains will be covered to prevent use. Restroom sinks will remain uncovered to allow students to wash their hands, and signage has been placed notifying children not to drink or brush their teeth from the sink. If children are uncomfortable using the restroom sinks to wash their hands, hand sanitizer is available in all locations. Below is a list of District locations impacted by the flush and boil advisory."All schools will remain open August 29.Officials also said a potential tear was detected in the cover at the reservoir, and due to the presence of birds on the cover officials are taking action to eliminate any risk that the water was impacted by bird droppings.Officials are anticipating at least 24-48 hours before getting a nod from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that additional water quality testing has been given.