(A) The proclamation required by § 51.08 shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the town or, if there is no such newspaper in which the proclamation may be published within 24 hours after the emergency arises, publication shall be by posting a copy of the proclamation in ten prominent places in the town. The emergency shall be in full force and effect upon publication. Substantial compliance with this section is sufficient to effect the emergency.
(B) (1) 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.
(2) The emergency shall be in full force and effect upon such notice. However, if any means other than that required in division (A) above is used, the proclamation shall be republished in accordance with division (A) above within 24 hours of the first notice.
(Prior Code, § 17-209)