The Ohio EPA issued the warning after finding manganese present in the village water system.
The warning dictates that "sensitive populations" should not drink the water including: Infants and children and nursing or pregnant women Bottled water is available at the Windham Fire Station.
Anyone unable to pick up water can call the fire station at (330) 326-2225.
Guidelines for water usage include: • INFANTS (less than 1 year) AND NURSING OR PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD NOT DRINK THE WATER; An alternative water should be used for drinking, making infant formula, making ice, and preparing food.
• Healthy adults may continue to drink the water, use the water for bathing, washing hands and washing dishes.
The water may be used for flushing toilets.
Boiling the water will not destroy manganese.
• Consuming water containing manganese may result in damage to the central nervous system.
According to a post on the village Facebook page, steps are being taken to correct the problem as soon as possible.
For more information, the Village Utility Clerk at (330) – 326-2633.