All water sources at Paradise and Narada Falls, including restrooms, water fountains and sinks, have been shut down after heavy rain affected the water system, the National Park Service announced Sunday.

The heavy rainfall and runoff that disrupted the water system was caused by a thunderstorm over Mount Rainier on Sept. 6. The storm stirred up sediment in the Edith Creek drainage, the source of Paradise's surface water, according to a news release.

"These materials clogged the water treatment system filters," the release reads. "Sedimentation from intense rain events has become a recurring challenge at Paradise, where the surface water source is particularly sensitive to loose soils and storm-driven debris."

Staff have brought in portable comfort stations, according to the release. Fire suppression is on untreated water lines and buildings continue to be protected.

The Paradise Inn dining room is closed and there is limited food available at the visitor center and Paradise Inn snack bars, according to the release.

The National Park Inn dining room at Longmire is open. The closest restrooms with running water are at Cougar Rock picnic area and campground (9 miles southwest of Paradise) and Longmire (3 miles further southwest).

The park is working with the state Department of Health to restore water service for employees and visitors. Water will remain unavailable until it meets safe drinking water standards.

Call Rainier Guest Services at 855-755-2275 for updates on Paradise Inn operations.