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first_reported: 2026-11-10 14:21 EST
updated: 2026-11-10 14:21 EST
status: reported
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# Crash cuts power to two Richmond water pump stations

A crash cut power to two Richmond pump stations, lowering water pressure, according to the Department of Public Utilities. DPU manually connected a generator.

Section: [Around Town](/richmond/section/life.md) · Entities: [Department of Public Utilities](/richmond/wiki/department-of-public-utilities.md)

## Coverage

- [WTVR CBS 6](https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/richmond-water-crisis-backup-power-update-nov-10-2026), 2026-11-10 14:21 EST: After 2025 crisis, brief water disruption shows backup power in Richmond is still a work in progress

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