PORT TOWNSEND — The city of Port Townsend plans to flush its water system tonight.
The water lines affected will be in the uptown, downtown and port areas, according to a city press release.
Water distribution lines need to be flushed periodically to prevent water quality problems, a city official said.
“Flushing traces of minerals and sediment from the pipelines may cause short-term but harmless changes in the appearance to the water,” said Ian Jablonski of the city water department.
“If the water has a brownish color, it can usually be eliminated by running taps for a few minutes.”
If the water isn’t clear by Friday morning, he suggested residents call 360-379-5001.
