Residents in the entire Burnt Store service area are under a mandatory boil water notice following necessary repairs at the water treatment plant, the Charlotte County Utilities Department announced. The declaration affects all customers within the specified zone and comes as an immediate response to ensure public safety until the water quality can be thoroughly assessed and confirmed safe for consumption.
The notice, which took effect on Tuesday, advises locals to boil water prior to drinking or cooking with it. Despite the precaution, the department assures that a rescission notice will be issued promptly once the water quality standards return to acceptable levels. In the interim period, bottled water serves as a recommended alternative for those possibly impacted by the situation. "We apologize for the inconvenience," said a department spokesperson obtained by Charlotte County.
For those seeking further details or updates, Charlotte County Utilities has made resources available. Affected residents can dial 941-764-4300 for assistance. Additionally, updates and relevant information will be consistently posted on the Charlotte County Utilities website. Residents are encouraged to stay informed through these channels.
Continued use of boiled or bottled water is critical during this period to avoid any health risks associated with potentially contaminated water. For more information, including guidelines on how to effectively boil water for safety, residents can visit Charlotte County official website. Charlotte County Utilities states, "The Utilities Department will notify the affected customers with a rescission notice as soon as the water quality is confirmed to be at safe consumption levels."
