West Plains, MO. – A boil advisory is now in effect for citizens in West Plains who reside around an area of Thornburgh St after an apparent water main rupture occurred yesterday close to 1pm.
This break caused the street to close due to the torrent of water that was caught on camera by several residents, taking place on Thornburgh street from Jefferson to Lincoln Ave. While the origin of the break, how much water was lost, or the overall effect has not been publicly announced, a preemptive boil water advisory has been issued for the residents along this area.
Remember that if you live near this location to boil your water due to the possibility of contaminants entering the water supply due to the break. Testing on the water supply to ensure safe consumption can, at times, take multiple days. Those in the affected area should observe all standard precautions that surrounds a boil advisory until the City announces that clean samples have been confirmed.
For more information, you can contact West Plains City Hall at 417-256-7176.
