JUST IN‼ | A boil water advisory is in effect on Jacksonville's Southside — including the Tinseltown and Town Center business districts and the University of North Florida.
bacteria were found in the water supply Friday at the utility’s Oakridge Water Treatment Plant, prompting a boil water advisory for a swath of the city’s Southside that includes the Tinseltown and Town Center business districts and the University of North Florida.are bacteria whose presence indicates that the water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these wastes can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other symptoms.
“Further action will depend on the results of those samples. We will inform you when tests show no bacteria and you no longer need to boil your water. We anticipate resolving the problem within three days,” JEA said in a release. General guidelines on ways to lessen the risk of infection by microbes are available from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791.Yes. Until JEA lifts the boil water advisory for the affected customers, bring all drinking water to a boil for at least one minute and let it cool before using it to drink or cook with. You may also use bottled water.
via email for additional information concerning this notice or write to JEA - Water Quality, 1002 Main Street North, Jacksonville, Florida 32206. Customers may also contact the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Potable Water Section at 904-256-1700.
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