Gibson City replaces fire hydrants, warns residents water discoloration may occur

Danny Connolly

April 24, 2024 at 5:57 PM

GIBSON CITY, Ill (WCIA) — Officials in Gibson City are working to replace some non-working fire hydrants, and are warning residents that brown water could appear.

City officials said on Facebook a resident brought the water discoloration to their attention as crews worked to change two broken fire hydrants on a dead-end street.

Gibson City officials request community feedback on drainage study

Officials recommend letting the water run until it clears up, and thank residents for their patience while making repairs.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WCIA.com.

Yahoo Life Shopping
These are the Wayfair Way Day rug deals I'm eyeing as an interior designer — save up to 80% off
Score deeply discounted floor coverings from some of my favorite brands — Kelly Clarkson, Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines and Loloi.
Engadget
Google prohibits ads promoting websites and apps that generate deepfake porn
Google has updated its Inappropriate Content Policy to include language that expressly prohibits advertisers from promoting websites and services that generate deepfake pornography.
Yahoo Life Shopping
Score up to 40% off roses, tulips and more at 1-800-Flowers — in time for Mother's Day
Order mom's favorite blooms for a serious discount, and throw in some chocolates to make it extra sweet.
Autoblog
Some intriguing showstoppers from Auto China 2024
China’s vision of the electric mobility future is on full display during the ten-day Auto China 2024 event, which ends this weekend.
Yahoo Personal Finance
Mortgage rates today, May 4, 2024: 30-year rates over 7% for 3rd straight week
These are today's mortgage rates. Rates won't drop anytime soon, so you may not want to wait for lower rates if you're ready to buy now. Lock in your rate today.
Yahoo Life Shopping
I'm an interior designer, and these are my top picks from Wayfair's Way Day sale — prices start at just $35
Now's your chance to get that stunning room-changing piece and save big!
Yahoo Life Shopping
These Wayfair Way Day kitchen deals are pro baker-approved: Save up to 75% on knife sets, cookware and more
I spotted a Staub 4-piece baker set for a low $50, a KitchenAid 12-piece knife block set for only $53 and so much more.
Yahoo Sports
Caitlin Clark catches fire from 3 in WNBA preseason debut; Arike Ogunbowale's late heroics send Wings past Fever
Caitlin Clark’s WNBA preseason debut went much like her senior year at Iowa. She hit a bunch of 3s and did so in front of a sold-out crowd.
Yahoo News
Southeast Texas flooding: photos capture water rescues of people and pets and severe damage to homes
Southeast Texas has been hit with heavy rains and rising rivers, leading to school closings, high-water rescues and mandatory evacuation orders in some areas. Here's a look at the situation unfolding in the region through photos.
Yahoo Life
What everyone still gets wrong about Botox, according to experts
What can Botox do — and what are the risks? Here’s what to know.
Yahoo Life Shopping
Here's how to drink more water, according to an expert — and gear that might help, starting at $10
Many of us have trouble staying hydrated, especially as we age, but the consequences are no joke.
Yahoo Life Shopping
Nia Long gets her radiant glow from this quick-absorbing Estée Lauder recovery serum
'I've been using it for more than 20 years,' says one longtime fan. 'My facial skin is smooth and wrinkle-free.'
Yahoo Sports
The Lakers firing Darvin Ham was a predictable move. So ... now what?
Perhaps it was the right time to let go of Ham. But who looks at this Lakers roster and sees a championship team? Or a championship contender? Not in this NBA.
Yahoo Life Shopping
This 'beautiful' 11-piece Carote nonstick cookware set is a steal at $60 — that's a clean 50% off
The nonstick, non-toxic pots and pans produce even results and clean up easily, according to nearly 10,000 five-star fans.
Yahoo Life Shopping
This $12 No. 1 bestselling solar bird bath will leave Mom's heart aflutter — and it's over 30% off
How about a Mother's Day gift that will make her heart soar?
Yahoo Sports
Clippers reportedly pursuing contract extension with coach Tyronn Lue
The Los Angeles Clippers are reportedly pursuing a contract extension with head coach Tyronn Lue, who is expected to be targeted by other teams, including the Los Angeles Lakers.
Engadget
Redfall’s two DLC heroes are still MIA a year later
Microsoft may want to be more careful about leaving a trail of broken promises when games don’t go as planned. A year after Redfall landed with a thud, players are still waiting for the advertised post-launch DLC they already paid for.
Yahoo Tech
This digital photo frame is one of the best gifts I've ever given — and it's 50% off for Mother's Day
Load it up with pics before you wrap it, and take your rightful place as her favorite child.
Yahoo Sports
Lakers fire head coach Darvin Ham after just 2 seasons, latest playoff series loss to Nuggets
Despite a trip to the Western Conference finals in his first season with the team, the Lakers are now ready to look for a replacement for Darvin Ham.
TechCrunch
Instagram now lets you post a secret Story that viewers can uncover with a DM
Instagram is adding a handful of new features for Stories to give users more creative ways to share content and engage with each other, the company announced on Friday. Most notably, the social network is introducing a new "Reveal" feature that lets you post a hidden Story for your followers to uncover by sending you a DM. Instagram is also launching other features that let you share your favorite songs and highlight memories via Stories.

News

Life

Entertainment

Finance

Sports

New on Yahoo

Gibson City replaces fire hydrants, warns residents water discoloration may occur

Recommended Stories

These are the Wayfair Way Day rug deals I'm eyeing as an interior designer — save up to 80% off

Google prohibits ads promoting websites and apps that generate deepfake porn

Score up to 40% off roses, tulips and more at 1-800-Flowers — in time for Mother's Day

Some intriguing showstoppers from Auto China 2024

Mortgage rates today, May 4, 2024: 30-year rates over 7% for 3rd straight week

I'm an interior designer, and these are my top picks from Wayfair's Way Day sale — prices start at just $35

These Wayfair Way Day kitchen deals are pro baker-approved: Save up to 75% on knife sets, cookware and more

Caitlin Clark catches fire from 3 in WNBA preseason debut; Arike Ogunbowale's late heroics send Wings past Fever

Southeast Texas flooding: photos capture water rescues of people and pets and severe damage to homes

What everyone still gets wrong about Botox, according to experts

Here's how to drink more water, according to an expert — and gear that might help, starting at $10

Nia Long gets her radiant glow from this quick-absorbing Estée Lauder recovery serum

The Lakers firing Darvin Ham was a predictable move. So ... now what?

This 'beautiful' 11-piece Carote nonstick cookware set is a steal at $60 — that's a clean 50% off

This $12 No. 1 bestselling solar bird bath will leave Mom's heart aflutter — and it's over 30% off

Clippers reportedly pursuing contract extension with coach Tyronn Lue

Redfall’s two DLC heroes are still MIA a year later

This digital photo frame is one of the best gifts I've ever given — and it's 50% off for Mother's Day

Lakers fire head coach Darvin Ham after just 2 seasons, latest playoff series loss to Nuggets

Instagram now lets you post a secret Story that viewers can uncover with a DM