(Des Moines) Due to a water main break, a boil advisory has been issued for the City of Sidney in Fremont County. The incident occurred when a contractor hit a water main, resulting in pressure loss.
Repairs are being made, and the advisory will remain in place until bacteria lab samples return negative. City officials notify residents via Facebook, the city website, and door-to-door notification.
Officials say there is no reason to believe water quality has been compromised. Still, as a precaution, customers are encouraged to boil water that will be consumed or used for food preparation. Water should be boiled for two minutes and allowed to cool before use. Water is safe for showering, laundry, general washing, and outdoor use without boiling.