An emergency boil water advisory has been issued for part of the Silver Lake community, effective immediately Wednesday, November 23.
Crews are responding to a leak on a water main in the area and are working to restore water service as quickly as possible. Approximately 100 CFPUA customers are impacted at the following addresses: 826 to 835 Lorraine Drive, all of Musevale Drive, all of Manteo Court, all of Arrow Court, all of Bellwood Court, and all of Arnold Road.
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.