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Boil advisory issued for residents in north Elton

boil water advisory lifted
Posted at 3:56 PM, Jan 22, 2024
and last updated 2024-01-22 16:58:31-05

A boil advisory is in place for the north side of Elton. Officials ask customers to boil all water before any consumption.

The CDC recommends the following during a boil advisory:

  • Use bottled or boiled water for drinking, and to prepare and cook food.
  • If bottled water is not available, bring water to a full rolling boil for 1 minute (at elevations above 6,500 feet, boil for 3 minutes). After boiling, allow the water to cool before use.
  • Boil tap water even if it is filtered (for example, by a home water filter or a pitcher that filters water).
  • Do not use water from any appliance connected to your water line, such as ice and water from a refrigerator.
  • Breastfeeding is the best infant feeding option. If you formula feed your child, provide ready-to-use formula, if possible.