Boil Water Advisory issued for portion of City of West Columbia Water customers

Aug 12, 2024 2:11 PM EDT

Tiffany Rigby,

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– A boil water advisory has been issued in portions of the city due to a water main break, according to officials.

All of the following areas are affected:

Janna Court
Chadwood Circle
Berry Drive
Plum Court
Cherry Grove Drive
Appletree Lane
Orchard Hill Drive
Vineyard Court
Melon Drive
Kristen Court
Peach Blossom Court
642 – 821 Laurel Road
1001 Backman Road

Water customers in those areas who have lost water pressure or experienced cloudy water or sediment in their water are advised to vigorously boil their water for at least one full minute prior to drinking or cooking.

Also, any ice made from water that has not been boiled should not be used for drinking purposes, said the city.

Customers experiencing sediment in the water are advised to flush the water until no sediment appears and then continue to boil their water for at least one full minute.

The City of West Columbia said the boil water advisory will remain in effect until it is lifted and customers can check the City of West Columbia’s website at www.westcolumbiasc.gov for updates on the advisory.

Customers can also contact customer service at City Hall between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, at 803-791-1880.