A water main break is causing a boil water advisory in the city of Canton, the city posted on Facebook about 3 p.m. Thursday.
The breakage is causing water pressure “to drop to dangerously low levels.” “A potential health hazard may exist in these areas of zero pressure from backflow and/or back-siphonage of water of unknown quality into the water distribution system,” the city said.
The following residential communities are affected: the Oakdale Community, Norton Lakes, Misty Hollow, Cottonwood Creek, Woodlands, Ivey Drive, Sunset, South McCollum, Alexander Ridge and Canterbury Ridge areas.
In addition, businesses along Marietta Highway starting near Cherokee High should also boil water.
Folks should boil water for at least a minute before using it for drinking, cooking or preparing baby food.
Anyone with questions can call the city at 770-704-1502.