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by News Department on 01/03/18Freezing pipes...
The extreme cold has fire crews busy as pipes freeze and burst, and properties flood.
Pennsylvania American Water called customers Tuesday, with tips on how to thaw frozen pipes.
Residents should apply heat from a hairdryer, a space heater, or use hot water, not a torch or open flame. Experts say if you do want to thaw your pipes, make sure the water main is turned off.
Another option to thaw your pipes is by wrapping special heat tape around a trouble spot.
Heat tape is available at most hardware stores.
Pennsylvania American Water also recommends people leave their water dripping overnight to prevent frozen pipes.
