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- City of Darien issued a boil water advisory due to a water main break repair.
- Boiling tap water: Heat until bubbling, continue boiling for one minute, then cool before use.
- Use boiled or bottled water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning during the advisory.
- Food facilities must follow strict guidelines for using boiled or bottled water for sanitation.
- Contact McIntosh County Environmental Health for guidance if compliance is impossible.
On September 10, 2025, the City of Darien reported it has temporarily cut water service due to a water main break and issued a boil water advisory. Once the break is repaired, customers should boil drinking water until test results confirm the water is safe for consumption.
To properly boil tap water for use, customers should:
- Heat water until bubbles come quickly from the bottom of the container;
- Continue heating the water for one minute once it begins to boil;
- Remove the water from the heat source and allow it to cool before use.
During a Boil Water Advisory, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that boiled tap water or bottled water be used for the following:
- Drinking
- Washing dishes
- Brushing your teeth
- Washing or preparing food and baby formula
- Making ice
- Drinking water for pets
Other activities, such as cloth washing and dish washing, can be done without boiling tap water if done properly. The complete CDC guidance can be found at this website.
Information for Food Service Facilities, Hotels, and Motels
All food service facilities, hotels, and motels in the advisory area MUST use boiled water or bottled water for cooking, cleaning of food contact surfaces, dishwashing, and handwashing. Additionally, use of ice makers and post-mix soda machines should be discontinued. If a facility cannot implement these measures, they should contact the McIntosh County Environmental Health office for further guidance.
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