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Residents in Manchester, Tennessee, are worried about potential water system failures due to a winter storm impacting multiple Midstate cities. Six cities, including Manchester, rely on Duck River Utilities, which reported a valve leak that resulted in a loss of 1 million gallons of water.

Increased demand led to conservation notices for Manchester, Tullahoma, Wartrace, Bell Buckle, Hillsboro, and Pelham. Officials warn of possible system failure within a week if usage does not decrease. Mayor Joey Hobbs stated repairs are underway, but Duck River Utilities cannot supply water to Manchester or Tullahoma at this time.