Boil water advisory in effect for parts of Uptown New Orleans after water main break

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans has issued a precautionary boil water advisory for parts of the east bank after a water main break. 

The advisory, issued shortly after 1 a.m. Saturday, includes the following areas: 

• S Carrollton Avenue from S Claiborne Avenue to the river
• S Claiborne Avenue from S Carrollton Avenue to Jackson Avenue
• Jackson Avenue from S Claiborne Avenue to the river

Water pressures in the area fell after a water main break on Upperline Street, according to SWBNO. Crews are working to isolate the break. 

Water samples will be tested after pressures are restored, officials said. Test results may take up to 24 hours.

Residents in the affected area should use bottled or boiled tap water to drink, cook, clean food or brush their teeth until the advisory is lifted, according to SWBNO. 

Those with compromised immune systems are also advised to use bottled or boiled water to wash their hands, shower or bathe.