originally posted on November 13, 2016

Lexington, SC (WLTX) A boil water advisory has been issued for a subdivision in Chapin.

The Fair Haven Way subdivision in Chapin are asked to vigorously boil their water for at least one full minute before drinking or cooking.   Any residents who lost water pressure are also advised to do the same.

The City of Columbia has experienced a 12 inch water main break. This could result in bacterial contamination of the water on Fair Haven Way subdivision.

The city is working to correct the problem.

The City of Columbia Customer Care Call Center, 545-3300, may answer other inquiries concerning this Advisory.