Melbourne to announce boil water update Sunday
The city announced Friday night the break was repaired and water pressure issues were solved, but the boil water notice is still in effect.
The city will announce the results of tests on the water supply Sunday and will say if it is safe to end the boil advisory.
Precautionary Boil Water Notices may be issued because of water system loss of power, loss of water pressure, a water main (pipe) break or other unforeseen emergency.
The notice does not mean that the water is contaminated — it means it is possible for contaminants to enter the pipes and affect drinking water. Until required bacteriological testing is completed, we recommend — as a precaution — boiling tap water before consuming it to kill any potential contaminants, or using bottled water.
How long should water be boiled?
Fill a pot with cold water and start timing when steady streams of bubbles pop from the bottom of the pot. Water must be adequately cooled before it can be used for washing or brushing teeth. Store the boiled water in clean, covered containers.