Residents in most parts of Hillsborough County's Windemere drinking water system can now sip their water straight from the tap without fear, after officials rescinded a precautionary boil water notice for the area. The notice, which was originally issued on Monday by Hillsborough County Water Resources, was due to an electrical issue at the water plant that caused the distribution system pressure to drop below acceptable levels. A series of tests have since confirmed the water is back to meeting quality standards, according to a report issued by Hillsborough County.
However, not all faucets in the Lutz area are cleared for use just yet. Residents on Wildrose Drive are still advised to boil their water as a precaution. Those wondering if they are within the affected zone can refer to a detailed map provided by the Hillsborough County here. The map outlines the impacted area, and serves as a navigation tool for those seeking clarity on their water's safety.
In its statement, Hillsborough County Water Resources laid out guidelines for residents as the boil water notice is lifted, including the recommendation from the Florida Department of Health to run taps for five minutes to flush out the system. According to the same cautionary tale, homeowners should not forget to clean out devices that use water, like ice makers and drinking fountains – tossing out the first bin of ice produced after the notice is especially critical.
While most people can now return to normal water usage, the advisory still looms for the small contingent on Wildrose Drive, left to ponder when they too can join their neighbors in resuming everyday life. For those seeking updates or more information, Hillsborough County encourages getting in touch via their Water Resources Department at (813) 307-1000, or by visiting their website for the latest updates on the issue.
