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Hillsboro residents face water service interruption for repairs
By Billy Banks at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
The City of Hillsboro announced that water service will be temporarily suspended west of Cho Street beginning Monday at 10:00 PM.City crews will take the downtown water tower offline to repair two water leaks and install four new water valves. Work is expected to take 5 to 8 hours to complete.Onc...
Key takeaway Work is expected to take 5 to 8 hours to complete.
Why this matters in The Waco
The temporary suspension of water service in Hillsboro will undoubtedly cause inconvenience for residents and businesses west of Cho Street. As the city takes the downtown water tower offline to address the necessary repairs, residents should prepare for the 5 to 8 hour interruption. The subsequent boil water notice will add an extra layer of complexity to daily routines, affecting not just drinking water but also cooking and hygiene. This disruption may also impact local restaurants and food establishments that rely on a steady water supply to operate. Residents should stay informed through official city updates and plan accordingly to minimize the impact of the interruption. The city's proactive approach to repairing the water leaks and installing new valves will ultimately benefit the community, but in the short term, residents will need to adapt to the temporary changes.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The City of Hillsboro announced that water service will be temporarily suspended west of Cho Street beginning Monday at 10:00 PM.City crews will take the downtown water tower offline to repair two water leaks and install four new water valves. Work is expected to take 5 to 8 hours to complete.Onc...
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