CITY OF LOWELL EXPERIENCING CITY WIDE WATER OUTAGE BOIL WATER ADVISORY IS ISSUED

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 11/17/22

CONTACT: CITY ADMINSTRATOR JEREMY CAUDLE
541-359-8768
[email protected]

The City of Lowell is experiencing a city-side water outage due to a breakage in a water main. The breakage occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, November 17, 2022.

The City’s Public Works crews are currently responding to the issue. The estimated timeframe for water service to be restored is within 4 to 6 hours. Due to the loss in pressure, the City of Lowell is under a boil water advisory until further notice. Check the City website throughout the day for updates: https://www.ci.lowell.or.us

During the boil water advisory, use bottled or boiled water for:
 Drinking and cooking
 Brushing teeth
 Washing fruits and vegetables
 Preparing food
 Mixing baby formula
 Making ice
 Giving water to pets
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If bottled water is not available, bring water to a full rolling boil for 1 minute. After boiling,
allow the water to cool before use.
Boil tap water even if it is filtered (for example, by a home water filter or a pitcher that filters water).
Do not use water from any appliance connected to your water line, such as ice and water
from a refrigerator.