Boil Water Advisory Issued After Vandalism At Western Pulaski County Water District Site
A boil water advisory has been issued for customers of the Western Pulaski County Water District after vandalism at a water tank site caused over $50,000 in damage, including the theft of wiring and communication hardware, disrupting operations.
Lexington, KY, October 19, 2026 —
Customers of the Western Pulaski County Water District are under a boil water advisory following vandalism at a water tank site that disrupted operations. The incident caused more than $50,000 in damage, including the theft of wiring and communication hardware.
The available information does not specify when the advisory was issued or how long it is expected to remain in effect. It also does not identify which customers or service areas are covered, or provide details about what steps customers should take while the advisory is active.
The reported damage involved equipment used at the tank site, and operations were disrupted. No further details were provided about the extent of the disruption, the condition of the water system, or whether service was interrupted.
The information provided does not name a contractor, official, or agency involved in responding to the incident. It also does not state whether an investigation is underway, whether anyone has been identified in connection with the vandalism, or whether the stolen equipment has been recovered.
Further information about the advisory’s scope, timing and customer instructions was not included in the available account. The reported damage total is more than $50,000; a precise amount was not provided.
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