Boil Water Advisory Remains in Waynesboro After Leaks Repaired

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A major water leak earlier this week in Waynesboro, Virginia has been repaired, but a Boil Water Advisory remains in effect for the borough and parts of Washington Township until further notice. The borough is required to complete multiple rounds of water sampling and analysis before the advisory can be lifted.

Why it matters

Boil water advisories are issued when there is a risk of bacterial contamination in the water supply, which can pose a public health threat if not addressed properly. Residents in the affected areas must take precautions like boiling water for drinking, cooking, and bathing until the all-clear is given.

The details

The large leak at the intersection of Broad St. and Main St. was repaired by 4:30 PM on April 13th, the day it happened. Two additional leaks on Picadilly Cir and W. Eighth St. were also fixed by 9:00 PM that same day. However, the Boil Water Advisory remains in effect for the Borough of Waynesboro and the Zullinger service area of Washington Township until the borough completes two rounds of water sampling and analysis, with the first round showing good results. The second round of testing is still pending.

• The large leak was repaired by 4:30 PM on April 13, 2026.
• Two additional leaks were repaired by 9:00 PM on April 13, 2026.
• The Boil Water Advisory remains in effect until further notice.

What’s next

The borough must complete the second round of water sampling and analysis, and receive positive results, before the Boil Water Advisory can be lifted.