CANTON, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Water levels in Canton’s Spruce Tank continued to rise slowly Sunday afternoon, though officials said normal water usage is slowing the recovery as Stage 2 water conservation measures and a boil water advisory remain in effect.
Town officials warned that the water system remains in a fragile state, particularly for customers in the Spruce Street area, and that additional major leaks could lead to further service disruptions.
Crews attempted to start pumps Sunday morning but were unable to do so because tank levels were still slightly below the threshold needed to operate. Officials said they will continue trying to restart the pumps throughout the day…