The City of Ennis says residents should boil their water after a water main break Sunday.
The boil water notice was issued after low water pressure caused by the water main break, city officials say.When water pressure drops, people are asked to boil water because the lower pressure in the pipes can allow contaminants, like harmful bacteria, to enter the system through cracked pipes. Boiling the water kills the bacteria, sanitizing the water. If the water isn't sanitized, the bacteria could harm children, seniors, and others with weakened immune systems.
Officials are asking for people to conserve as much water as possible as the City actively works on the issue.If bottled water is not available, bring water to a full rolling boil for 1 minute . After boiling, allow the water to cool before use.Do not use water from any appliance connected to your water line, such as ice and water from a refrigerator.
Be careful not to swallow any water when bathing or showering. Use caution when bathing babies and young children. Consider giving them a sponge bath to reduce the chance of them swallowing water.
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