The St. Tammany Parish Government Department of Utilities has issued a Boil Water Advisory for the entire Cross Gates Water System effective Monday, April 25, at 9:00 a.m., out of an abundance of caution.
“The precautionary BWA is issued as the switch from chloramine to free chlorine may cause the level of disinfection provided to temporarily drop below the minimum required by the Louisiana Department of Health,” said parish officials.
It is recommended that all customers disinfect their water before consuming it (including fountain drinks), making ice, brushing teeth or using it for food preparation or rinsing of foods by boiling water for one (1) full minute in a clean container. The one minute begins after the water has been brought to a rolling boil.
Customers affected by the advisory will be notified when it has been lifted.
The chlorine burn is being done in an effort to increase public trust. The Department of Utilities remains in compliance with the LDH and EPA. There is no evidence of contamination within the water system, as confirmed by LDH.
