The City of Pooler issued a Boil Water Advisory on December 12 after the detection of E. coli bacteria at one of twenty water sample sites.
This information was posted in a press release on the City of Pooler website:
The E. coli presence is isolated to a single site, and further testing indicates that this is likely an isolated incident. However, we are issuing this advisory as a precautionary measure to protect public health. Due to the looped nature of the City’s water system, all users of the supply are being notified.
What is Being Done:
- The Water Department is flushing the system and will continue doing so until tests confirm a negative result at the affected location.
- Ongoing testing will ensure the water supply meets safety standards.
- The advisory will remain in place until the water is confirmed to be safe.
To protect the public from ingesting water that could make them sick, all customers should boil any tap water that will be consumed, or use bottled water until the advisory is lifted. Please monitor the website of the City of Pooler for the current status of the Boil Water Advisory.
To properly boil tap water for use, customers should:
- Heat water until bubbles come quickly from the bottom of the container;
- Continue heating the water for one minute once it begins to boil;
- Remove the water from the heat source and allow it to cool before use.
During a Boil Water Advisory, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that boiled tap water or bottled water be used for the following:
- Drinking
- Washing dishes
- Brushing your teeth
- Washing or preparing food
- Washing your hands
- Making ice
- Making baby formula
The complete CDC guidance can be found at this website: cdc.gov/water-emergency.
Information for Food Service Facilities, Hotels, and Motels
All food service facilities, hotels, and motels in the advisory area MUST use boiled water or bottled water for cooking, cleaning of food contact surfaces, dishwashing, and handwashing. Additionally, use of ice makers and post-mix soda machines should be discontinued. If a facility cannot implement these measures, they should contact the Chatham County Environmental Health office for further guidance.
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