COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH)– A boil water advisory has been issued for residents in Lexington County in the Brookshire Road area.
The City of Columbia experienced an eight-inch water main repair Tuesday that could possibly result in bacterial contamination of water.
Water customers located at Brookshire Road between Tram Road and Yarmouth Drive, N. Stonehedge Drive between Brookshire Road and Harrow Drive and E. Nottingham Road between Brookshire Road and N. Stonehedge Drive are advised to boil their water for at least one full minute prior to drinking or cooking.
The City of Columbia Water Works is currently working to correct the problem.
All food processors and restaurants should comply with prescribed USDA and SC DHEC recommendations, respectively.
If you have any questions about the advisory you are urged to call Lexington/Richland County Environmental Services at 803-896-0320.
Resturants and hotels can contact the SC Resturant Lodging Association at 803-765-9000.