Boil Water Advisories Issued, Lifted Across Multiple U.S. Cities

Several communities across the U.S. have recently issued or lifted boil water advisories due to water main breaks or pressure drops that may lead to bacterial contamination. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment lifted a boil water advisory for the City of Stafford after testing confirmed the water is safe. In Gresham, Oregon, a boil water notice was issued for the Kelly Creek area following a drop in water pressure, with residents advised to boil water for one minute until tests clear the supply. The Columbia Adair Utilities District and Monticello Utility Commission have active boil water advisories due to main line leaks and water quality concerns, requiring residents to boil water for three minutes before use. Texarkana, Texas, issued a boil water notice for a portion of the city after a water main break, advising vulnerable populations to take extra precautions and boil water vigorously for two minutes. Authorities emphasize that advisories will remain until testing confirms water safety, and residents should follow boil water instructions to prevent exposure to harmful bacteria.