AUSTIN, Texas — A boil water advisory has been issued for parts of Elgin and the surrounding areas.
According to the Aqua Water Supply Corporation, the advisory was issued after it was determined that distribution levels dipped below a point of safe consumption.
The affected area includes customers who are:
- North of U.S. 290 between the intersection of Old McDade Road and Elgin City Limits
- East of SH 95 North
- South of the Williamson/Bastrop County Line
- Customers on Lund Road between County Line Road and SH 95 North
People potentially affected by the notice are encouraged to visit AquaWSC.com for more information.
What to do during a boil water notice
Specifics of a boil water advisory might be given by different communities, but below are verbatim standard recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control.
- Use bottled or boiled water for drinking, preparing and cooking, brushing teeth and making ice. This includes water for pets.
- If bottled water is not available, bring water to a full rolling boil for 1 minute, then allow it to cool before use.
- Boil tap water even if it is filtered.
- Do not use water from any appliance connected to your water line, such as ice and water from a refrigerator.
- Breastfeeding is the best infant feeding option. If you formula feed your child, provide ready-to-use formula, if available.
