GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The City of Grand Rapids shared positive news Tuesday in relation to a boil water advisory that was issued to thousands on Sunday following a major water main break.
The city says that they have finished their first round of water sampling and the results have come back negative, a good sign for the eventual lifting of the advisory.
The water main break caused a loss in pressure in the water system which led to the possible contamination by harmful bacteria. The boil water advisory was put in place to combat this possibility.
While the advisory has not yet been lifted, the first round of water samples returning with a negative result is a promising sign.
The city says that the water system has been flushed and they are preparing for another round of testing, in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Once the advisory is lifted, official Grand Rapids communication platforms will begin to send information to affected businesses and households with what to do next.
Residents affected by the boil water advisory can get free water from the city and SpartanNash at 1635 Leonard St. NE on Tuesday, March 19 from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. while supplies last. Limit one case per car.
The City Commission also addressed the water main break during a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday. The commission shared why the water main break affected so many people.
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