Boil advisory issued for most of Ottawa County after fatal incident at water treatment plant
OTTAWA COUNTY, Ohio (WTVG) — The Ottawa County Sanitary Engineer Office has issued a boil advisory for most of Ottawa County following a fatal incident that occurred at the Ottawa County Regional Water Plant.
The Ottawa County Emergency Management Agency says the fatal incident occurred on June 23. Emergency services responded to the plant, but the employee died. No further information regarding the incident will be released at this time but officials say no foul play is suspected.
OCSEO says due to the incident, a boil advisory has been issued for the following areas:
- Elmore
- Oak Harbor
- Port Clinton
- Marblehead
- Catawba
- Danbury
- Portage Township
- Erie Township
- Salem Township
- Bay Township
- Harris Township
According to OCSEO, the advisory is precautionary, as there have been no confirmed reports of contamination. In addition, officials say chlorine levels in the water have been temporarily increased to ensure disinfection. The advisory will remain in place for up to four days depending on testing and evaluation.
Residents and businesses in the areas are advised to boil all water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth or washing dishes. The water should come to a rolling boil for at least one minute before use.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Ottawa County Sanitary Engineer Officer at 419-734-6725.
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