The Statesboro Public Utilities Department has issued a water advisory for the Lakeview/North Main Street area. Due to the amount of water used to fight a fire this morning at the Statesboro Landfill, water service in the area near the Landfill has been affected.
Some customers may experience brown or discolored water.
What to do if you have discolored water:
You should start by flushing your cold water lines. It is recommended to start flushing your water lines using an outside water spigot, if available, or a faucet without a screen. Run the water until it is clear, then proceed to the lowest floors in your home or business, turning on each faucet one at a time until the water is clear.
Next, move to the upper floors and repeat the process. You should also flush your refrigerator's water lines. It is also recommended not to use discolored water for laundry, as it can cause your clothes to become stained.
The water is safe to drink.
For further assistance, call the city's Public Utilities Department at (912) 764-6154.
