Because of a risk of bacteria and other microbes, customers in Decatur and those who are a part of the Decatur public water system should boil their water before consumption.
Residents in Decatur are being asked to boil their water before drinking, cooking or making ice with it.
Because of a risk of bacteria and other microbes, customers in Decatur and those who are a part of the Decatur public water system should boil their water before consumption, including washing your face and brushing your teeth.Water should be boiled for two minutes and then cooled before use.Decatur says it will notify customers when the boil water notice is no longer in effect.
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