originally posted on December 2, 2016

Newberry County (WLTX) A boil water advisory has been issued for the town of Whitmire.

A car accident involving a fire hydrant created a loss of pressure in the water system.

The Whitmire Commission of Public Works is advising resident to boil their water for at least one minute prior to drinking or cooking/   Also, any ice made from water which has not been boiled should not be used for drinking purposes until otherwise notified by the public works.