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Can I shower if there's a water main break?

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No, you should never shower or use indoor water fixtures during a major municipal water main break or when your home's main water supply valve is shut off. When a main break occurs, municipal pressure drops drastically, pulling contaminants into the water system. Furthermore, using indoor fixtures like showers or washing machines will drain your remaining residential plumbing lines or cause wastewater to back up if drainage is compromised. Verification: Wait for local authorities to lift boil-water advisories and restore municipal water pressure before showering.
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