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Dirty Water Forcing A Ban In Camden, Residents Frustrated

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During a day of oppressive heat, city officials announce a water problem that is messing with Camden families. 

Low water pressure in part of Camden forced the team to postpone tonight's game. The issue is really taking its toll on residents during one of the hottest days of the summer. 

Carolyn masons emotions overflowing at the lack of water pressure in her south Camden home. Dirty dishes are piling up and she's forced to use bottled water to flush her toilet.

Meanwhile her husband Roosevelt,  a kidney and pancreas transplant recipient who needs water to flush his system is worried about his health.

A brown muddy mess has been coming out of Dwana Wrights faucets all day. When they shower tonight they'll have to improvise. Ironically, the thirst for water happening right near an old Camden water tower.

The aquarium will remain open they're restricting water use to non essential. The problem may have been sparked by people illegally using fire hydrants to cool off. The city says they're investigating. A restriction on things like watering lawns and washing cars is now in place.

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