City of Pullman Operations Resume Natural Gas Restored in City Facilities

Pullman, WALocal News

The City of Pullman has successfully restored natural gas services to all municipal facilities, with completion reported late on November 12th. All public buildings, including City Hall and Neill Public Library, have resumed their regular operations. While the Pullman Recreation Center is fully operational, the Pullman Aquatic and Fitness Center is still closed as staff work to reheat the pools to safe temperatures. The PAFC is anticipated to reopen by November 14th, allowing all scheduled programs to resume. The city thanked residents for their understanding and patience during this challenging period.

For those seeking updates on the gas outage restoration efforts and community resources, Avista Utilities provides ongoing information through their website. The city aims to keep the public informed of any developments related to utility services. This restoration marks an important step in ensuring community services are fully operational once again.

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