Boil Water Advisory Update:
The Boil Water advisory is still in effect for the entire Lewisburg water system. The Boil Water advisory was put into effect due to high turbidity (clarity) levels.
The city has been working diligently to address the turbidity issue.
The city water system has now been in compliance for several hours. Crews have started flushing the water system. The next step towards being able to life the Boil Water advisory is the requirement that ten samples of the water be submitted to the State Health Department.
The city is optimistic the Boil Water Advisory will be lifted by Sunday, June 20, 2021.
A water tanker for potable water will be provide for use by the city and will be available at Lewisburg Fire Station #2 at 3673 Jefferson Street North by noon today. The tanker is self-serve. Please bring your own water containers.
If you have any additional questions please call Lewisburg City Hall at 304-645-2080. This Facebook page is not monitored at all times.
Instructions:
Boil Water Advisories – What do I do? If notified of a boil water advisory, DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a rolling boil, let it boil for one minute, and cool before using; or use bottled water. You should use boil or bottled water for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth and food preparation until you are notified that the advisory has been lifted. We also recommend the following steps: • Throw away uncooked food or beverages or ice cubes if made with tap water during the day of the advisory • Keep boiled water in the refrigerator for drinking • Do not swallow water while you are showering or bathing • Provide pets with boiled water after cooling • Do not use home filtering devices in place of boiling or using bottled water; Most home water filters will not provide adequate protection from microorganisms • Use only boiled water to treat minor injuries; When showering or bathing, avoid allowing the water to come in contact with an open wound • Do not wash salad items with tap water during the period; Use bottled water or freshly boiled and cooled tap water.
NOTE: According to Officials, the city of Lewisburg currently working with Greater Greenbrier Long Term Recovery Committee to assist with providing potable water for seniors, as well as those whose are physically unable to make use of the water tanker. The West Virginia Daily News will provide updates as additional details are made available.
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