The City of Salem is pleased to announce that the Boil Water Advisory has been lifted, effective immediately, a release stated at 1:13 p.m. Tuesday.
Water tests conducted after the recent citywide loss of water pressure have returned clean, confirming that the water is safe for consumption.
We sincerely appreciate everyone’s understanding and cooperation during this time. Your patience has been invaluable as we worked to ensure the safety and quality of our water supply.
The City remains committed to maintaining the highest standards for public health and safety. We thank you for your continued support and understanding.
A release was sent Monday morning regarding the ongoing boil water advisory:
City of Salem Issues Boil Water Advisory Following Citywide Water Pressure Loss
Salem, MO – On Saturday afternoon, the City of Salem experienced a citywide low-pressure issue. The cause of the issue is suspected to be related to a recent lightning strike that damaged the primary well pump. The city has already reached out to the company that services our automated system to confirm the cause.
As a result, the City has issued an ongoing Boil Water Advisory. Residents are advised to boil all water used for drinking, cooking, and food preparation until further notice.
While the Advisory is precautionary, the city remains under an ongoing Boil Water Advisory. Water samples have been collected and sent to a certified laboratory for testing this morning. The results are expected within 26 hours of the time of delivery to the lab. The advisory will remain in effect until we receive confirmation that the water is safe for consumption.
The City apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and assures residents that we are working diligently to resolve the situation as quickly as possible. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
A boil advisory was issued Saturday by the City of Salem.
The release stated, “City of Salem is issuing an immediate boil water order until further notice. Crews are working to bring wells back online. We will notify the public when the advisory is lifted.”
A corrected release was sent shortly after, “this is an advisory, not an order. Boil water orders are issued by DNR.”
Citizens may be experiencing no water and turbidity is expected as wells come back online, said the release from city administrator Sally Burbridge.
