NOTICE: 100 drinking water connections affected in Jackson
The City of Jackson Water/Sewer Utilities Division issued a precautionary water boil advisory on Friday afternoon.
According to officials, the boil advisory affects around 100 drinking water connections, in the areas of River Oaks Blvd.
blocks 2300-2501, River Oaks Place, Northtown Road, Northtown Circle, N. Mill St. blocks 1400-2299, Wesley Avenue and McTyere Avenue.
A press release from the city said "This notice does not mean that your water is unsafe, but it does mean that you must take precaution and boil your water before use," adding that customers should boil their drinking water until adequate pressure is restored to the water system.
Water should be brought to a rolling boil for one minute before giving it to your pets and if using it for cooking, baking, ice cubes, taking medication, brushing teeth, washing food, mixing baby formula or food, mixing drinks and washing dishes.
The boil advisory will remain in affect until further notice.