Water Main Breaks Prompt Boil Orders in Illinois, Maryland, Wisconsin

Multiple communities across the U.S. and India are currently under boil water advisories due to water main breaks or maintenance work. In Western Springs, Illinois, and Prince George's County, Maryland, water main breaks have prompted boil orders affecting thousands of residents, with advisories expected to last until water tests confirm safety; Prince George's County has since lifted its advisory after tests showed water was safe. Similarly, Madison, Mississippi, faces a boil water notice after a main break, with the advisory in place until state lab tests clear the water. In Tiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India, water supply will be suspended temporarily due to maintenance on a main supply line, prompting local authorities to advise tapping local water sources to ensure uninterrupted supply. Residents in all affected areas are advised to boil water for cooking and drinking, discard stored water and ice made during the advisories, and follow guidance from local utilities to prevent health risks.