The boil water advisory for areas around North Fourth Street has been rescinded. Water service in the area is back to normal operation.
ORIGINAL MESSAGE:
A boil water advisory will be in effect starting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 5, for parts of downtown Wilmington in the area around North Fourth Street.
Approximately 180 customers will be impacted at the following addresses:
- The 0, 100, 200, and 300 blocks of North Fourth Street
- The 300, 400, and 500 blocks of Grace Street
- The 500 and 600 blocks of Redcross Street
- The 300 and 400 blocks of North 6th Street
- The 300 and 400 blocks of North 5th Street
- The 400 and 500 blocks of Walnut Street
Periods of low or no pressure in the water distribution system increase the potential for back siphonage and introduction of bacteria into the water system.
When under a boil water advisory, customers are asked to boil their water for one minute, then allow it to cool prior to consumption. They also may use another water source such as bottled water.
Consumption includes drinking, brushing teeth, making ice, food preparation, fruit and vegetable washing, pet consumption, and the preparation of baby formula. Customers do NOT need to boil water prior to using it for showering or bathing.
Before a boil water advisory is lifted, CFPUA lab staff test the water to ensure it is safe to drink.