Hollywood, Florida residents from N 66th Ave & N 67th between Evans St. & Perry St. should be to bringing their water to a boil before drinking it, the city warned yesterday. The Precautionary Boil Water Advisory comes after a water main break in the area that compromised the safety of the drinking water supply. According to city officials, the advisory will remain in effect until further notice.

Residents have been advised to thoroughly boil all water for at least one minute before using it for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or washing dishes. The City of Hollywood recommends the use of either bottled or boiled water as a safe alternative to tap water for the time being. The notice, posted on the city's Alert Center early yesterday, emphasizes that taking this precaution will help to ensure personal health and safety.

The water main break has caused inconvenience and raised concerns among local residents about the reliability of the infrastructure. City crews were dispatched promptly to address the issue and repairs are underway. Updates on the situation will be shared via the city's official communication channels.

Until the advisory is lifted, the community is advised to stay informed through the city's Alert Center. According to their statement, they underscored the importance to always follow the recommended guidelines to avoid possible contamination. Public health and safety remain the top priorities as they work to resolve the water main break situation swiftly and effectively.