Event Brief
Oak Ridge residents report milky water after breaks
Filed: Jun 09, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: After two water main breaks in two days, crews restored service, but some residents report milky water from faucets.
WHO: Oak Ridge residents and local water utility crews
WHAT: Residents report milky-colored water running through faucets after two water main breaks
WHEN: Jun 09, 2026 at 4:51 PM ET
WHERE: Oak Ridge, Tennessee
WHY: Crews repaired two water main breaks, and the disturbance likely caused sediment or air to mix with water, leading to milky discoloration.
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