The city’s main water supply line has been damaged after the storms and flooding that occurred on Saturday, Sept. 22.
Citizens are being asked to abstain from using water unless absolutely necessary during this Boil Water Alert.
Until further notice, the city requests that residents do not drink, make ice, or brush their teeth with tap water unless it has been boiled.
Those with weaker immune systems are being asked not to wash their hands, shower, or bathe with tap water as well.
The City has advised the following for personal hygiene during this Boil Water Notice: Washing hands: use soap and tap water, dry hands then apply hand sanitizer; the safest option is to wash with safe water.
Shower or bath: Being careful not to swallow any water, one may take a shower safely.
Using caution when bathing infants and young children so that no water is swallowed is considered fairly safe.
The time spent bathing should be minimized.
Though the risk of illness is minimal, individuals who have recent surgical wounds, are immunosuppressed or have a chronic illness may want to consider using bottled or boiled water for cleansing until the advisory is lifted.
Visit the City of Hutto site for more information about the Boil Water Notice.