Sebring continues free bottled-water distribution

Staff report

SEBRING

There is a limited supply of bottle water at the distribution center at the Sebring Community Center, and the village wants to make sure all those who need water are receiving it.

No consumer will receive a supply exceeding six days per distribution.

All residents and businesses receiving bottled water must have their residence or businesses tested for lead contamination or they shall be disqualified from receiving free water, according to a village news release.

The criteria to receive water includes being a current resident or business in the impacted area. Sebring water customers are required to show proof of residency.

The distribution center is at 305 W. Texas Ave. Hours are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday and April 4; 1 to 7 p.m. March 30 and April 6; and noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday and next Thursday.

Further distribution hours for next week will be determined. Special-needs requests are urged to contact Village Hall at 330-938-9340.