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  • Preventing and Thawing Frozen Pipes from ND Rural Water

    Nov 2, 2018

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    by

    Emergency Manager
    in Winter Weather

    1. Determine the location of the frozen pipe. This can be done by touching or by running your hand along accessible water pipes in the home while feeling for extremely cold spots. If a cold portion of pipe is encountered; thaw it gently, preferably using a hair dryer. DO NOT use a propane torch, as…