Due to low levels at the Rainbow water tower, a boil water notice has been issued for some north Odessa residents, a City of Odessa news release said.
The city hopes to have it lifted in 24-48 hours, as soon as samples are cleared. The city will release an update when the boil water notice has been lifted.
The impacted area is highlighted in red on the map above.
The city apologizes for the inconvenience, the release said.
For more information and frequently asked questions click here: https://www.odessa-tx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2544
The Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems can be viewed here and read below:
“Due to low levels at the Rainbow water tower, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the City of Odessa Public Water System TX0680002 to notify all customers in the area to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc.). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions.
To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes.
In lieu of boiling, individuals may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source for drinking water or human consumption purposes.
When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the public water system officials will notify customers that the water is safe for drinking water or human consumption purposes.
Once the boil water notice is no longer in effect, the public water system will issue a notice to customers that rescinds the boil water notice in a manner similar to this notice.
If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact the Utilities Dept. at 432-335-4627, 119 W. 4th, Suite 4, Odessa, Texas.”
