West Lamar Water Association (260 to 444 Foster Rd)
Released on June 25, 2024. Boiling is no longer necessary before drinking water from this system.
Effective Date: | 6/23/2024 | |
Public Water System: | West Lamar Water Association | Located in: Lamar County |
A boil water notice has been issued for customers from 260 to 444 Foster Rd (approximately 25 customers)
West Lamar Water Association has issued a Boil-Water Alert for customers who receive their drinking water from their water supply located in Lamar County.
Due to an emergency repair, a boil water notice has been issued for customers from 260 to 444 Foster Rd (approximately 25 customers). This notice will remain in effect until all samples are clear.
When a distribution system loses pressure, contaminants can siphon back into the water. Public health officials consider any system that loses pressure contaminated until tests prove otherwise. Health officials strongly recommend that all water be boiled vigorously for one minute before it is consumed.
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Bringing water to a rolling boil for one minute will inactivate all major types of harmful bacteria.
Flush any faucet a minimum of 2 minutes to ensure clearing of the line serving the faucet.
MSDH Bureau of Public Water Supply: 601-576-7518 (8am - 5pm).
Epidemiology hotline: 601-576-7400 (24 hours)
Press Contact: Office of Communications, 601-576-7667 (8am - 5pm)
After hours or during emergencies, call 601-576-7400 for media inquiries
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