TROUP, Texas — The city of Troup issued a boil water notice for some residents following a water main break.
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality advises residents of Troup living in the following areas to boil their water before consumption:
- South of the 100 to 200 blocks of W. Calvert St.
- South of the 100 to 1000 blocks of E. Duval St.
- East of the 200 to 600 blocks of S. Front St.
The city of Troup shared the map below indicating affected areas:
Children, seniors, and people with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria that may be found in contaminated water, the city of Troup said. Water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil for two minutes before consumption.
Public water system officials will notify customers when water is safe for consumption.
Questions and concerns may be directed to John Odom, Public Works Director at 903-842-3128. If a customer, individual, or employee wishes to contact the executive director, please call (512) 239-4691.