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Boil water advisory issued for City of Kalamazoo water customers
WWMT • • health
Key Points:
- A boil water advisory was issued Saturday for all City of Kalamazoo water customers after E. coli bacteria was detected in one water sample, with additional samples being collected to assess the situation.
- The advisory applies only to residents in the City's Low and High pressure districts, who are advised to use bottled water or boil tap water for at least two minutes before consumption or use in food preparation.
- Bathing and showering do not require special precautions, according to city officials.
- E. coli presence indicates potential contamination from human or animal waste, posing higher health risks to infants, young children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.
- City crews expect to resolve the issue by Tuesday, Sept. 22, and residents can contact the City of Kalamazoo for more information or emergencies.
