A. The proclamation required by the preceding section shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the city or, if there is no such newspaper in which the proclamation may be published within twenty four (24) hours after the emergency arises, publication shall be by posting a copy of the proclamation in ten (10) prominent places in the city. The emergency shall be in full force and effect upon publication. Substantial compliance with this section is sufficient to effect the emergency.
B. Whenever a sudden or unexpected event so reduces the availability of water or water pressure as to create an immediate threat to public health or safety the notice of the proclamation may be given by any reasonable means, including electronic means. The emergency shall be in full force and effect upon such notice. However, if any means other than that required in subsection A of this section is used, the proclamation shall be republished in accordance with said subsection A within twenty four (24) hours of the first notice. (Ord. 238, 8-5-1980)