ABITA SPRINGS, La.
— All of Abita Springs is under a boil-water advisory until further notice.
Town officials said Abita Springs’ water system experienced a loss of water pressure after a water main break Monday on Highway 36.
Officials said all residents in Abita Springs should boil water until results show it is safe for consumption.
That applies to all water uses for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth or for food preparation at home or at restaurants.
Those with weakened immune systems are advised not to wash their hands, shower or bathe in the water.
Do not consume tap water or make ice with tap water.
Shake water in a bottle to get rid of flat-tasting water.
Call 985-892-0711 for more information.
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(MARSHALL, TX) – The City of Marshall has issued a Boil Water Notice for customers affected by a water main break that occurred on July 23 in the vicinity of the Pamela Drive, Rosborough Springs intersection.
The intersections of Rosborough Springs and Kings Road, as well as Rosborough Springs and Oakley Street are affected as well as the entirety of Davidge Drive and Garden Oaks Drive are affected as well.
Crews are working to fix the line and restore pressure, however, customers who had very low pressure or no water pressure at all in the affected areas, will need to boil water used for cooking or consumption for three minutes until the city provides an all clear notice.
If customers are unsure whether they should boil, play it safe and boil.
The boil water notice only applies to those affected by the water break in the aforementioned areas.
Questions about this issue should be directed to the city’s water utilities public services number at 903-935-4487.

Update 4:55: A boil water advisory has been issued for some Lynchburg residents due to a broken water main valve on Polk Street.
Failure to follow this advisory could result in stomach or intestinal illness, according to a news release from water resources.
Lynchburg Department of Water Resources advises residents use boiled or bottled water for drinking, beverage and food preparation, and making ice until further notice.
Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
Bring all tap water to a rolling boil, boil for one minute, and let cool before using, or use bottled water.
Get breaking news emails Enter your email: Apps: iOS • Android An alternative method of water purification is to use liquid household bleach containing a hypochlorite solution of a least 5.25 percent to disinfect water.
Public health officials recommend adding eight drops of bleach (1/4 teaspoon), to each gallon of water.
Water purification tablets may also be used by following the manufacturer’s instructions.
Once water is restored, we’ll issue a Boiled Water Advisory #LYH #LynchburgVA pic.twitter.com/wF0Yu79sew — Lynchburg Water (@LynchburgH20) July 23, 2018 Water service is out in part of the the Fifth Street area of Lynchburg due to a broken water main valve.
After service is restored, the city will issue a boil water advisory, which typically lasts 48 hours.

A boil water advisory has been issued for streets in the Brighton Heights and Marshall-Shadeland neighborhoods.
We’re working to learn how long the advisory will be in place, for Channel 11 News starting at 5 p.m.
A water main break sent water flowing down a road in Pittsburgh’s Brighton Heights neighborhood Monday morning.
The break in a 16-inch water main was reported on Brighton Road.
Water gushed from under the road and flowed toward Woods Run Avenue.
Crews are working to make repairs.
Work is not expected to be completed until about 1 a.m. Tuesday.
“We are working as hard as we can to get it repaired and water back on as soon as we can,” John Leckie, Pennsylvania Water and Sewer Authority, said.
A water buffalo has been placed at the intersection of Brighton Road and Woods Run Avenue for affected customers.
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HERKIMER – A boil water advisory is in effect for a section of Herkimer due to a water main break on Westwood Drive.
Herkimer officials say a boil water advisory is in effect for Meadow Lane and lower Westwood Drive until further notice.

The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority has issued a precautionary flush and boil advisory for some streets in the Brighton Heights and Marshall-Shadeland neighborhoods.
The authority says the advisory is due to low water pressure after a 16-inch water main broke 2 a.m.
While the main has been fixed and water pressure has since been restored, PWSA says it’s procedure to issue a water advisory out of caution.
A searchable map of the affected areas is available online.
A water buffalo is also available at the intersection of Brighton Road and Woods Run Avenue.
In a press release, PWSA said that there will be no water service until 1 a.m. on July 24th on Brighton Road (Woods Run Avenue – Acacia Lane) and Harbison Avenue (Brighton Road – 3340 Harbison Avenue).
This post was updated at 4:30 pm ET.

PITTSBURGH (Newsradio 1020 KDKA) – The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority is issuing a precautionary flush and boil water advisory for section of Brighton Heights and Marshall-Shadeland.
The PWSA says they experienced a water main break on Brighton Road, between Woods Run Avenue and Harbison Avenue around 2 a.m. Monday Morning.
Pressure was restored at 11:45 Monday morning but the PWSA said in a press release: “When there is a decrease in pressure contaminants can enter the drinking water.
In an abundance of caution, PWSA is issuing a precautionary flush and boil water advisory to a limited area, approximately 4,600 households,” Anyone who experienced low pressure or no water service due to the break is advised to follow the flush and boil advisory until further notice.
The PWSA says the follow steps should be taken to ensure you are using safe water: Boil tap water vigorously for at least one minute prior to using it for drinking or cooking (the minute starts when the water begins to bubble).
This includes water used for brushing teeth, making ice, washing raw foods, preparation of drinks, and water for pets.
Wait for the water to cool before using it, or store it in the refrigerator in a clean container.
See the map below to see if you’re affected.

The water department is working on a leak.
Residents should boil water before use until further notice.
Any customers with questions should contact the Worthington Water Department at 304-287-2238.

MOREHOUSE PARISH, La.
(Jones McGinty Water System) – A boil advisory has been issued for The Jones McGinty Water System.
Customers are asked to boil their water for one full minute in a clean container before consuming it.
There was a main leak that resulted in the loss of pressure to the entire water system and all customers of the system in Morehouse Parish.
Because of this problem the water supplied by our water system in this area is of questionable microbiological quality.
Therefore, as a precaution, the Jones McGinty Water System is issuing a BOIL ADVISORY effective immediately for all customers.
The BOIL ADVISORY is to remain in effect until rescinded by the Jones McGinty Water System.
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.
Again, please be sure to disinfect your own water prior to consumption until you have been advised otherwise.
Upon such notifications, the Jones McGinty Water System will then rescind the Boil Advisory and notify its customers that the water has been found to be safe.

Louisville Water lifted a boil water advisory for approximately 20,000 customers this afternoon, after water quality tests confirmed that the water was was safe to drink again.
The advisory was put into effect Saturday morning as a precautionary measure, after water pressure had decreased in the Lyndon and St. Matthews areas, MarySusan Abell, manager of marketing and communications at Louisville Water, said.
During that time, Louisville Water suggested that everyone boil their water for three minutes before using it to drink and cook.
Now, Louisville Water is recommending that those with automatic ice machines dump two rounds before using, and those with a chilled water line in their refrigerator door, allow it to run for one minute before using the water.
They also recommend that for those who have been gone during the advisory, to allow the cold water to run from the highest point in the house for five minutes before using.
Customers can visit louisvillewater.com for more information on what to do during a boil water advisory.