Water shortage advisory for residents of Winchester

WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – A water shortage advisory has been issued in Clark County as officials work to address problems caused by recent cold weather.

The City of Winchester is urging residents to conserve water, citing low water levels in Winchester Utilities’ storage tanks. According to city officials, crews are actively searching for and repairing water main breaks and leaks to stabilize the water supply.

While officials say they do not anticipate any immediate issues with the water supply, they are concerned that current levels may not be sufficient to handle potential emergencies.

Residents are encouraged to limit water usage where possible as crews continue their repair efforts.

This is a developing story, which we’ll update at we learn new information.