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ST. JOHN\u2019S, Antigua \u2014 Water officials say a newly installed pressure-reducing valve in the Bethesda area is expected to improve pressure management and strengthen water distribution for customers in Bethesda, Newfield and Lyons.<\/p>

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Crews completed the installation over the weekend and also placed concrete thrust blocks to secure the line, according to an update from the water team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Water service in the three communities was temporarily interrupted during the work. Officials said distribution will resume after a 24-hour curing period for the concrete thrust blocks is complet<\/p>

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ST. JOHN\u2019S, Antigua \u2014 Water officials say a newly installed pressure-reducing valve in the Bethesda area is expected to improve pressure management and strengthen water distribution for customers in Bethesda, Newfield and Lyons. 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