Boil water advisory issued for city of Proctor
PROCTOR, Minn. (Northern News Now) — The City of Proctor has issued a boil water advisory beginning on Jan. 28 following a loss of water pressure earlier in the day.
According to the City of Proctor, the pressure loss occurred after a water main break in Duluth.
Water services have been restored, though residents are encouraged by the city to boil water as a precaution until testing confirms it is safe to drink.
Proctor Public Utilities is also asking customers to limit non-essential water use while test results are pending.
The Boil Water Advisory affected area includes the entire Proctor water system, including Midway Township, except for customers north of 10th Street, which are supplied by the City of Proctor water tower.
Residents in the affected area should not drink tap water without boiling it or using a safe alternative source. Water should be boiled for at least one minute.
- Bring all water to a full, rolling boil
- Boil for one minute or longer
- Allow it to cool before use
- Or use bottled water
Boiled or bottled water should be used for:
- Drinking
- Making ice
- Brushing teeth
- Food and beverage preparation
The city is working with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and is collecting water samples for testing.
The city expects to receive water sample results on Jan. 29 and will notify the public as soon as testing confirms the water is safe to drink and boiling is no longer necessary.
Residents are encouraged by the city to share this information with others who may not have received it directly, including those in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses.
For questions, please contact Proctor Public Utilities at 218-624-4055. Do not call 911.
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