Killian crews use camera to seek source of sediment in town’s water supply; boil order still in place [Video]

KILLIAN — Town officials in Killian went to work Wednesday to find what’s causing problems in their water supply.

Dirt, sand and other sediment have worked their way into the system, leaving the one-well town without clean water. Residents said the color of their tap water varied the longer it ran. At one home last week, the water ran clear when the tap was turned on, but soon it turned brown, with dirt contaminating it.

In tests Wednesday, laborers removed the wellhead and inserted a camera in an effort to see the problem. It’s possible that a screen may have failed, or there could be problems with lines running away from the reservoir.

“Hopefully, we’ll find the resources, take care of the problem. Citizens will be happy with their water once again,” said Dean Coates, the Livingston Parish Council member for the region. 

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