Boil water notice issued for much of Laredo; see impacted areas

The city of Laredo issued a boil water notice Friday night for a large portion of the community.

The notice was issued for customers served by the Jefferson Water Treatment Plant.

The affected area stretches across much of the Gateway City, up to the northern parts of Laredo until reaching the locations served by the El Pico Water Treatment Plant.

The city said the notice was issued due to confirmed bacteriological contamination identified within the distribution system.

“Current operational data indicates the issue appears isolated, and water treatment operations remain stable,” the city said in a statement. “Additional testing, flushing and monitoring efforts are ongoing in coordination with TCEQ requirements.”

The city said residents should boil water for at least two minutes before using it for brushing their teeth, cooking, drinking or making ice.

To view the map of impacted areas, click here.

More information will be provided as it becomes available. For further questions, contact 311.