By Rachel Sudduth, originally posted on July 26, 2016

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. (KMOV.com) – Tuesday morning, Missouri American Water issued a precautionary boil water advisory to residents in the Valley Park area for 48 hours, due to a water main break.

During the precautionary boil order, customers are advised to boil their water for three minutes before using it for drinking or cooking. Tap water is okay for washing and bathing.

Customers will receive a call when the advisory has been lifted.

For more information, visit www.amwater.com