Boil water advisory issued for entire N.J. city after large water main break
A boil water advisory was issued Friday for all residents and businesses in the city of Paterson after a 30-inch-wide water main broke near Hinchliffe Stadium, according to the Passaic Valley Water Commission.
The advisory, which is in effect until further notice, instructs residents to boil all water intended for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, washing dishes and making ice.
Water should be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute and allowed to cool before use. Bottled water should be used if boiling is not possible, officials said.
Passaic Valley Water Commission crews were working Friday morning to repair the main and restore normal service.
The advisory is a precautionary measure to protect public health, the water commission said in a statement.
Water testing is ongoing, and officials will issue updates as they become available. In the meantime, crews are working to establish a water distribution site for affected residents.
Residents are encouraged to sign up for Passaic Valley Water Commission alerts and follow the utility on social media for real-time updates.
For questions or concerns, affected residents and businesses can call 973-340-4300, and select “Option 2.”
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