Residents in several Essex County towns are being told to boil their water after a large water main break in Montclair.
New Jersey American Water says that the 20-inch water main broke in the Montclair Water Bureau’s system, but “due to an interconnect between this system and New Jersey American Water’s system serving part of Little Falls and West Orange, the company is issuing this boil water advisory to its impacted customers.” The advisory affects people living on various streets in Cedar Grove, Little Falls and West Orange.
Further details can be found on the company’s website.
Customers should bring tap water to a rolling boil for one minute before drinking, brushing teeth, making ice or washing produce.
New Jersey American Water warns customers to not use home filtering devices in place of boiled or bottled water.
The company says that most home water filters will not provide adequate protection from microorganisms.
Any customers who have any questions about the advisory may call 1-800-272-1325.