Several communities in Tennessee are currently experiencing water issues following a winter storm that swept through the state earlier this week. The storm, which brought heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures, has prompted local leaders to urge residents to conserve water and take additional precautions.

Maury County officials have asked residents to be mindful of water usage and conserve if possible. The Maury County Fire Department took to Facebook on Friday, January 19, to request conservation efforts over the next two nights, as temperatures are expected to drop near 0 degrees. The department emphasized the importance of allowing utilities to refill their tanks to ensure a continuous water supply for customers.

Meanwhile, customers of the Tennessee Ridge Water System have been advised to boil their water until further notice. The advisory was issued due to low water pressure caused by the extreme cold temperatures. Tennessee Ridge City Hall will be open on Sunday, January 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to distribute water vouchers to affected customers who are currently without water.

To aid those in need, the Erin Church of Christ will receive a truckload of 19 pallets of bottled drinking water, approximately 912 cases, on Saturday, January 20, at around 12:00 p.m., officials announced.

In Lynville, residents have been asked to take additional precautions to conserve water as the city faces a dwindling water supply. A Facebook post made by the city late on Friday, January 19, stated that there were only 12.5 feet of water left in the Lynville area tank. As a result, residents have been urged to turn off their water meters, open all inside faucets, drain the lowest point faucet outside, and shut off their hot water heaters. The city predicts that water supply will be depleted by noon.

To report any leaks, Lynville residents are requested to contact the city at 931-303-8763.

The winter storm in Tennessee has created significant challenges for several communities, with water issues affecting residents' daily lives. Efforts to conserve water and distribute emergency supplies aim to alleviate the situation as the state recovers from the impact of the storm.