(KLZA)-- A boil advisory is in effect for Mound City Water Department customers through Thursday, June 11 at 3:00 P-M.

The Water Department had to shut down a water main to repair a break.  The affected areas are 6th Street to Nebraska Street and south,   all of Route E and State Street. 

Customers in the affected area could experience either low or no water service.  This should last for no more than a few hours, but if you experience either, you should follow precautions required under the boil advisory. 

Boil  water vigorously for three minutes prior to  use.  Use only boiled water for drinking, brushing teeth, diluting fruit juices and all other food preparations or consumption.

Dispose of ice cubes and do not use ice from a household automatic icemaker.  

Disinfect dishes and other food contact surfaces by immersion for at least one minute in clean tap water that contains one teaspoon of unscented household bleach per gallon of water.

Water used for bathing does not generally need to be boiled.  Supervision of children is necessary while bathing or using backyard pools so water is not ingested.  Persons with cuts or sever  rashes may wish to consult their physician.

You will be notified by notice posted on your door if the boil advisory is extended beyond June 11 at 3:00 P.M.

For more information, contact Randy Crowley at 442-5811 or City Hall at 442-3447.