During the Day 7 press conference Thursday regarding post- Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, Augusta leaders had three key points for residents around storm clean-up.
Here’s what to know.
Curfew is now at 10 p.m.
Effective immediately, the curfew has been extended from 7 to 10 p.m.
Mayor Garnett Johnson said they felt comfortable doing due to the increased amount of electricity and working traffic signals. However, he said, the curfew is still being kept in place out of an abundance of safety.
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Boil Water Advisory still in effect
It’s now been four days since the boil advisory went into effect and Augustans will have to wait a bit longer. Johnson said if the state approves all of the testing they have been doing, he is hoping they can remove the advisory within 24 to 36 hours, but there is no official timetable right now.
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