CFPUA has issued an emergency boil water advisory for the area around South 11th and Castle streets, effective immediately Tuesday, January 21.
Approximately 60 customers are impacted at the following addresses:
- The 600 and 700 blocks of South 11th Street
- The 1000 and 1100 blocks of Castle Street
- The 1200 block of Glenn Street
- The 500 block of South 12th Street
- The 1000 block of Queen Street
A CFPUA crew is repairing a leaking water main in the area.
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. Alternatively, they 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.