![]() ![]() Typically, Precautionary Boil Water Notice areas are isolated and affect only a small number of customers. ![]() We use a variety of methods to communicate this important information. How does the City of Murphy inform customers about boil-water notices? They may pose a special health risk for infants, young children, some elderly and people with severely compromised immune systems. Why is the boil water notice important?Ĭontaminated water may contain harmful bacteria, viruses, and parasites which can cause symptoms such as diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other symptoms. State laws require that a Boil Water Notice is issued if a water system has (or could have) become contaminated from a water line break or loss of system pressure. ![]() The City of Murphy will issue a boil water notice, even if there is a very unlikely possibility of drinking water contamination, as a precaution to protect customers. A Boil Water Notice is in effect until laboratory results show that water is safe from bacterial contamination. It’s a notification that advises residents to boil their tap water used for consumption due to the potential for contamination. ![]()
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