JEFFERSON PARISH, La. — Jefferson Parish released a boil water advisory on Thursday night for the east bank, after a power loss at a water plant there.
In the statement, officials said the warning is, "a precautionary measure due to a loss of pressure in the distribution system due to repeated power surges and outages at the water treatment plant."
The advisory will apparently stay in effect until state or local water officials deem the water safe to use.
Armstrong airport is affected by the advisory. It has closed all of its water fountains in the terminal and advised restaurant operators to ensure safety in food and drink preparation.
It is not certain when the advisory will end, but typically samples take about 24 hours before results are given, meaning the parish will likely be affected until at least Friday evening.
The parish also issued the following advice for those in that area:
"All residents are urged not to drink the water without boiling or disinfecting it first, or use bottled water. Boiled, disinfected, or bottled water should be used before drinking, ice making, brushing teeth, washing dishes and in food preparation until further notice. Boil the water for a one full minute in a clean container. The one minute starts after the water has been brought to a rolling boil. The flat taste can be eliminated by shaking the water in a bottle or pouring it from one container to another.
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Disinfect the water by mixing 1/8 teaspoon of unscented, liquid chlorine laundry bleach with one gallon of water and letting it stand for at least 30 minutes prior to consumption. Mix it thoroughly.
People with severely compromised immune systems, infants, and some elderly may be at increased risk and should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.
For additional information, please contact the Jefferson Parish East Bank Water Treatment Plant at (504) 838-4312."
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