DEMOREST, Ga. — The City of Demorest has issued a boil water advisory for several areas of the city following a water main repair that may have caused low pressure in parts of the water system.
City officials announced the advisory Monday, March 9, saying the affected areas include locations south of the intersection of Duncan Bridge Road and Level Grove Road to the end of the line, as well as Laurel Oaks Drive subdivision, Bethesda Church, Charlie Davis Road and Danny Smart Road.
According to the notice, the repair may have disrupted water service or caused water pressure to drop to very low levels. When pressure falls, there is a possibility that microbial contamination could enter the system.
The advisory was issued “out of an abundance of caution” while the city tests the water supply to ensure it is safe for use.
Residents who experienced water outages or low pressure are advised to use only boiled tap water or bottled water for drinking, cooking or preparing food until the advisory is lifted.
To properly boil water, officials recommend heating it until bubbles rise quickly from the bottom of the container, continuing to boil for one minute, and allowing the water to cool before use.
During a boil water advisory, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends using boiled or bottled water for drinking, brushing teeth, washing food, preparing food or baby formula, making ice and providing drinking water for pets.
Other activities such as washing clothes and dishes can continue without boiling water if done properly.
The advisory will remain in effect until the city completes water testing and determines there is no longer a public health concern. Once the advisory is lifted, residents should flush all faucets for at least two minutes before using the water for drinking or food preparation.
Residents with questions can contact the City of Demorest at 678-315-1813.
