According to the New Orleans Sewerage & Water Board, a boil water advisory was issued Monday evening for part of the Little Woods neighborhood in east New Orleans after a water main burst in the area, causing water pressure to drop.
The recommendation covers the following areas:
- Hayne Boulevard from Read Boulevard to Paris Road
- Paris Road from Hayne Blvd to the north side of I-10 Service Road
- North side of I-10 Service Road from Paris Road to Read Boulevard
- Read Boulevard from Hayne Boulevard to the north side of I-10 Service Road
S&WB crews were still working to repair the water main at the intersection of Hayne Boulevard and MacKenzie Street as of 9 p.m., officials said. Once repairs are complete and water pressure is restored, water samples will be taken and tested for contaminants.
According to S&WB, the test generally takes at least 24 hours.
Residents of the affected area should use bottled or boiled tap water for drinking, cooking, cleaning food and brushing teeth until further notice. Be careful not to swallow water when showering or bathing.
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Live status updates on the advisory can be found here.
