At least 40,000 lead and galvanized metal pipes in Erie and Niagara counties will need to be removed and replaced by 2037 under new federal drinking water rules that took effect in November.
Freezing weather and snow can be a downer at the best of times, but add frozen pipes into the mix and you are in for a rough winter, especially if one bursts. A harsh frost can very quickly, and often ...
As water utilities mobilize to replace millions of lead pipes across the country, they are sometimes choosing plastic, which some advocates worry can pose its own risks to drinking water.
Along with winter comes cold weather problems like frozen pipes. “Not only can frozen pipes prevent water from flowing properly, but they can potentially burst and cause flooding to your home,” ...