CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - The City of Cedar Rapids is asking approximately 31 water customers to consider boiling water as a precautionary measure.
The city says a water main break near Birchwood Drive NE has created a potential for bacteria contamination to occur.
The water main has been repaired, but residents are still being asked to take specific steps to boil tap water for at least a day. Women who are pregnant, nursing, or have infants under 6 months of age are being asked to use bottled water only.
Results of a bacteria analysis are expected Tuesday, when the advisory will either be lifted or extended.
The city says residents in nearby areas may have experienced low water pressure, but do not need to take any additional precautions.
Residents are being advised to check the city’s website for up-to-date notifications, or call the water department at 319-286-5910 during business hours.
The process for boiling water is as follows:
- Bring water to a boil,
- Let it rapidly boil for at least 1 minute,
- Allow to cool completely before consuming.
- DO NOT CONSUME BOILED WATER IF YOU ARE PREGNANT, NURSING OR PREPARING FORMULA FOR INFANTS – USE ONLY BOTTLED WATER
Affected Addresses are within are included below and shown in the photo below.:
- Birchwood Drive NE, between Terrace Hill Drive NE and Redbud Road NE
- Lynbrook Drive NE, south of Knollshire Road NE
- Additional individual addresses:
- 2207 Birchwood Drive NE
- 3600 Terrace Hill Drive NE