COLFAX, Wis. (RELEASE FROM VILLAGE OF COLFAX)– On June 10, 2017, a system SCADA error, water computer system, caused a loss of water pressure in the Colfax water system.
As a precaution a boil water notice is being issued at this time.
A loss of water pressure can allow contaminants to enter the water system.
At this time it is not known if contamination has occurred.
Once the water has been tested, this notice will be lifted if the water tests negative for coliform bacteria.
The presence of coliform bacteria including fecal bacteria in your drinking water is a violation of State and Federal Safe Drinking Water Regulations.
You should boil or use commercially bottled water for drinking, food preparation, and making ice.
Ice should be made from boiled or bottled water.
What is being done to correct the problem?
The earliest both results will be complete is Wednesday, June 14th, 2017.