Residents in Kelly Creek and neighboring communities are under a boil water notice, as announced by the City of Gresham yesterday. Due to a recent drop in water pressure, which has now been corrected, the City suggests boiling tap water to eliminate any potential bacteria. The notice, issued with Public Water System ID number 00357, impacts households in the outlined zones, which can be confirmed on the city's water advisory page or by contacting 503-618-2626.
Following the restoration of water pressure, the precautionary directive advises, "Water customers should boil water for one full minute and allow it to cool before using," as stated on the city's notification web page. Mistakenly, residents using this boiled and cooled water can employ it for a variety of essential activities, including drinking, brushing teeth, food preparation, and even making ice, until the advisory is lifted.
The local authorities are taking measures to ensure the safety of their citizens, committing to a 24-hour period of water testing before they consider rescinding the boil water notice. During this time, they will inform the public about any changes or updates through their official website and social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Nextdoor.
Any resident seeking additional information on water safety or looking to reduce potential health risks due to contaminated water are directed to helpful resources. The improper placement of the responsibility for purifying bulk volumes of water rests with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791, the Oregon Health Authority, Drinking Water Services at 971-673-0405, or via email at [email protected].
