Public Information Office 210 S. McDonald Street Suite 626 McKinney, Texas 75069 www.collincountytx.gov

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 13, 2005

Collin County government offices closing due to water situation

(McKinney, TX) - All Collin County government offices are closing following today's transmission pipeline failure at the North Texas Municpal Water District's Water Treatment Plant. Most Collin County cities and towns are affected by this break. All Collin County government offices will remain closed for the rest of today.

According to the NTMWD, action is underway to restore partial service to affected communities. Repairs are underway and once the pipeline damage is assessed, system repair time can be estimated.

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