Fredonia Fire Chief Joshua Myers

Tensions continue to rise regarding the boil-order water in the village of Fredonia.

After a fourth round of water distribution, Fredonia Fire Chief Josh Myers noted in a Facebook post that some residents are becoming upset and taking it out on those who are working to keep the village supplied. “Regrettably, while providing assistance, our personnel have faced unacceptable behavior, including rude comments and argumentative conduct from community members coming through the line,” Myers wrote. “Our personnel are dedicated to serving the community, and it is essential that they are treated with respect and dignity. You have a right to feel however you’d like about this water situation, but the men and women of the Fredonia Fire Department are simply stepping up to help during this time of difficulty. We are not the enemy.”

Myers said since the boil-order has begun, more than 3,000 cases of water have been handed out.

What likely added to the frustration was traffic being tied up on Main Street for unusual amounts of time during the distribution that took place from noon to 2 p.m. Another round of distribution will take place today from 6 to 8 p.m. at the fire station at 80 W. Main St.

This is the sixth boil order in the village over the last 30 months. It began last Tuesday and will continue through at least Wednesday.