What precautions should be taken during the PA water boil advisory?

All water should be brought to a rolling boil for at least a minute, then cooled, before using for drinking, ice making, washing dishes, brushing teeth, and food preparation.

Which communities are affected by the Pennsylvania water boil advisory?

The advisory impacts communities in Allegheny County, including Bethel Park and Clairton, and Washington County, including Canonsburg and Cecil Township, among others.

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PA Water Advisory: 95,000 Affected by Boil Notice

Q: Why are 95,000 Pennsylvania American Water customers under a boil water advisory?

A power surge early Saturday morning caused a depletion of storage at a tank near the Elrama Water Treatment Plant, leading to a loss of positive pressure and a risk of contamination.

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Summary

About 95,000 customers in PA face a boil water advisory.
A power surge caused a loss of pressure, risking contamination.
Boiled or bottled water is essential for drinking and cooking.

PA Water Advisory: 95,000 Affected by Boil Notice

Pennsylvania American Water has issued a boil water advisory affecting approximately 95,000 customers across Allegheny and Washington counties. The advisory was enacted following a power surge early Saturday morning that depleted storage at a tank near the Elrama Water Treatment Plant.

This incident resulted in a loss of positive pressure within the distribution system. Pennsylvania American Water states this condition could allow contaminants to enter the water supply. Residents are strongly advised to boil water for at least one minute and then cool it before consumption.

Impacted communities include Bethel Park, Clairton, and Upper Saint Clair in Allegheny County, and Canonsburg, Cecil Township, and Peters Township in Washington County, among others. The company will notify customers once corrective actions are complete and the advisory is lifted.