Residents of Mount Dora have been hit with a precautionary boil water notice following a water main break that led to widespread outages in the city. The disruption began on Tuesday, and officials have stated that water service is on the mend, but caution is advised, as reported by ClickOrlando. Mount Dora authorities have noted that water is expected to "gradually resume" as the damage has been isolated to a specific, though undisclosed, area. The city has apologized for any inconvenience and urged residents to prepare for disruptions.

The impact of the break has necessitated a public notice urging citizens to boil water used for drinking, cooking, and dental hygiene to ensure safety. This advisory extends to all customers receiving city water and will remain in effect until at least 5 p.m. Friday or until further notice. The city has also asked residents to be aware of water pressure fluctuations as crews work to fully restore the system, per details from a MyNews13 report.

Mount Dora officials stress boiling water is crucial because household filters and appliances usually don’t remove bacteria and viruses. Residents should be extra cautious with their water. The city will provide updates once water tests show it’s safe to drink without boiling.

The boil water directive only affects drinking and cooking water. You can still do laundry, shower, and clean as usual. The city will keep the Mount Dora community updated as the situation improves.