The City of Marlin has declared a state of emergency amid widespread water outages, forcing school closures and disrupting essential services.
MARLIN, Texas — The City of Marlin is in a state of emergency after yet another water crisis, which has left residents and businesses struggling to meet basic daily needs.
The city’s water system has long been frustrating, with ongoing issues dating back years. Residents have repeatedly reported problems with water pressure and contamination, and now, the situation has escalated to the point of emergency.
Local healthcare workers cannot properly clean after their shifts, and schools are forced to close their doors due to the lack of reliable water.
“We decided that it was best to close school on Tuesday just because we could not offer a safe and secure environment for our students and staff,” said Marlin Independent School District Superintendent Darryl Henson.
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