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Public Water Supply District #1 of Texas County has issued a precautionary boil advisory for some its customers.
The boil advisory impacts those living on Highway 17 from Highway M junction in Success, Highway AA junction in Bucyrus and Highway 32 from Success to Mason Bridge. All side roads connected to those roads are also included in the advisory.
According to the district, the precautionary boil advisory was issued due to a break in the line causing a loss of water pressure.
It recommends following these directions during the boil advisory:
- Boil water vigorously for three minutes prior to use. Use only boiled water for drinking, diluting fruit juices and all other food preparations.
- Dispose of ice cubes and do not use ice from a household automatic icemaker. Remake ice cubes with water that has been boiled.
- Disinfect dishes and other food contact surfaces by immersion for at least one minute in clean tap water that contains a teaspoon of unscented household bleach per gallon of water.
- Water used for bathing does not need to be boiled. Supervision of children is necessary while bathing, so that the water is not ingested. Persons with cuts or severe rashes may want to consult their physician before bathing.
Persons can call 417-458-4569 for the latest information on the status of the boil water order.