Lewiston releases list of streets under boil water advisory after significant water main break
· Yahoo News- A large water main break in the City of Lewiston has prompted a boil water order for affected areas, with residents advised to boil water for 24 hours.
- The city has released a list and map of streets affected by the boil order, with homes and businesses in the orange area instructed to boil all water for one minute before consumption.
- Some areas near Orange and Webster Streets are experiencing street and basement flooding due to the water main break, with crews working to repair the leak that has been isolated.
A large water main break has led to a boil water order Sunday for most of the City of Lewiston, according to city officials.
The city released a list of streets affected by the boil order and is advising that if your home is on this list, you should boil water for the next 24 hours.
A map also released by the city of Lewiston highlights the area affected by the boil water order, marked in orange.
Homes and businesses in the orange area are advised to boil all water for one minute at a rolling boil before drinking, making ice cubes, washing food, brushing teeth, or any other activities that involve water consumption.
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If you are in the green part of the map, officials said you do not need to boil water.
Some areas near Orange and Webster Streets are also experiencing street and basement flooding due to the water main break, according to city officials. Crews were on scene as of Sunday afternoon.
Water service is shut off from Webster to Sabattus Streets on Orange Street and at Diamond Court. The leak has been isolated at this time, officials said.
It will take Lewiston Public Works’ Water and Sewer Division up to 12 hours to repair the water line, officials said. Drivers are advised to seek alternative routes.
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