Virginia City Residents Advised to Boil Water, Or

Just Drink Whiskey Instead

A boil water notice was issued for the fine and upstanding–if occasionally parched, citizens of South Q Street in Virginia City because some contrary-minded water pipes decided to spring a leak. The unexpected bit of aquatic rebellion has left residents in the unenviable position of choosing between boiling their drinking water or embracing the time-honored Nevada tradition of drinking whiskey.

Storey County Public Works, who no doubt have better things to do than chase runaway water, are on the case and working to set things right. Until then, those seeking further enlightenment on the situation—perhaps in search of assurance that the morning coffee won’t get brewed with something akin to ghost town runoff—are encouraged to call 775-847-0950.

In the meantime, locals may take comfort in the wisdom of their forebears–if you must wait for water to boil, you might as well pour yourself a dram and let nature take its course.