originally posted on August 17, 2016

Columbia, SC (WLTX) A boil water advisory has been issued for areas in Richland county.

The City of Columbia has experienced a six inch water main shut off during the installation of a hydrant valve. This could possibly result in bacterial contamination of the water on Meadowood Road- from Sylvan Road to Satchelford Road, Satchelford Road- from Meadowood Road to Peachtree Circle, ALL of Peachtree and Orchard Circle. Water customers should continue to vigorously boil their water for at least one

The City of Columbia Water Works advises the water customers of Meadowood Road- from Sylvan Road to Satchelford Road, Satchelford Road- from Meadowood Road to Peachtree Circle, ALL of Peachtree and Orchard Circle, located in Richland County, to vigorously boil their water for at least one (1) full minute prior to drinking or cooking. Also, any residents near the affected area who have lost water and/or water pressure are advised to vigorously boil their water for at least one (1) full minute prior to drinking or cooking.

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