RHINELANDER - Plunging temperatures mean running water notices will soon take effect in many northern Wisconsin areas. Cities give those notices to people to prevent pipe freezing. This year hasn't been as cold as last year just yet.
"We just came off of one of our abnormal years," said Tim Kingman, Public Works Director for the city of Rhinelander. "Last year we had everybody running water. This year we're trying to start with a list of about 250 people that normally run their water to protect the mains in the area."
Rhinelander's running water notice will begin on January first for some residents. Other cities across the Northwoods have a certain number of people each year that get a notice. These notices are typically given out around early to mid-January. Residents that get only water from the city may be covered to run more water than those who receive water and sewer.
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