– (11/5/2018) A boil advisory is in effect for parts of Caldwell Parish.
Leaders at the Wards 4 & 5 Water System, Inc. say the boil order is in place use to a water supply problems due to main line repairs.
Below is the full press release from Wards 4 & 5 Water System, Inc.: The Wards 4 & 5 Water System, Inc. is experiencing problems with the water supply system because of main line repair.
Therefore, as a precaution, the Wards 4 & 5 Water System, Inc.. is issuing a BOIL ADVISORY effective immediately for the customers.
This BOIL ADVISORY is to remain in effect until rescinded by the Wards 4 & 5 Water System, Inc.
It is recommended that all consumers disinfect their water before consuming it (including fountain drinks), making ice, brushing teeth, or using it for food preparation or rinsing of foods by the following means: Boil water for one (1) full minute in a clean container.
The one minute starts after the water has been brought to a rolling boil.
(The flat taste can be eliminated by shaking the water in a clean bottle or pouring it from one clean container to another.
Again, please be sure to disinfect your own water prior to consumption until you have been advised otherwise.
Upon such notification, the Wards 4 & 5 Water System, Inc. will then rescind the Boil Advisory and notify its customers that the water has been found to be safe.