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US Virgin Islands declares state of emergency after lead and copper
found in tap water in St. Croix

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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) -- The governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands
announced Wednesday that he declared a state of emergency after
officials revealed last week that tap water in St. Croix contains
lead and copper and warned people not to consume it.

The declaration, signed Monday by Gov. Albert Bryan, frees up
urgently needed resources, streamlines emergency response and allows
the U.S. territory to seek federal help.

The government also froze prices for bottled water and other products
as local and federal authorities continue to test and monitor the
water in St. Croix.

The investigation began in late September following complaints of
reddish-brown water on the island of more than 50,600 people.

Officials have said that while the water should not be ingested or
used for cooking, it is safe to use for showering and cleaning.

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