Boil water advisory from Southwestern Public Health

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There are a couple of boil water advisories in effect in the region.

Southwestern Public Health has issued the advisories for for all users of the Mount Elgin Municipal Water System and residents in the northeast corner of Plattsville.

The advisory is in effect following a watermain break on April 29 and has been issued as a precautionary measure due to the potential for contamination of the drinking water system.

Bring water to a rolling boil for at least one full minute before using it for:

• Drinking
• Preparing infant formula or juice
• Brushing teeth
• Washing raw foods
• Making ice

Updates will be provided as more information becomes available and once the advisory can be lifted.