Failure of one of the floating buoys at the Water Treatment Station (ETA I) compromises water supply in the capital Reproduction/Rede Amazônica Acre Residents from different regions of Rio Branco face a lack of water this Monday (6) after a failure in one of the floating buoys used to collect water from the Water Treatment Station (ETA I). According to the Rio Branco Water and Sewage Service (Saerb), the technical team preventively removed the equipment on board to preserve the structure and avoid further damage. ? Join the g1 AC channel on WhatsApp Saerb also clarified that, contrary to information published on social media, the float did not sink. After repairs, the structure was recovered and put back into operation. However, during the resumption of work, one of the pieces of equipment developed a mechanical failure and needed to be replaced, which caused a delay in the normalization of the supply system. Turbidity makes treatment difficult and reduces water distribution in Rio Branco According to Saerb, water supply will be restored gradually throughout the week in the most affected areas, including the Part Alta Region, part of the Sobral Region and the Horto and São Francisco regions. The agency also informed that all necessary measures are being adopted to fully restore operations in the shortest possible time. The population can obtain more information or register incidents through Saerb's WhatsApp, by calling (68) 3212-7439. VIDEOS: g1