Why would a whole neighborhood or town have low water pressure all the sudden?

Question

There was a storm the other night and the next day water pressure started taking a dive, and now this morning it's REALLY low. My neighbors are having the same problem.

Also, do you think the water that does come out is safe to drink?

Answer 1

I'd guess there was a water-main break somewhere along the line..... and I would be watching the news to hear if there was a caution on your water... and I think I'd skip drinking or cooking with it for today, until I was told otherwise.....

Answer 2

Problems at the well/Watertower site, or a few broken water mains.....

Call the Mayor and ask what is going on!!! Maybe they are flushing hydrents as well!!!

If worried about the water boil it for 20 minutes before consuming any of it!!!! also ask the mayor about this as well or your local council person!!!