Officials want to make sure the water is safe to drink in part of Jefferson Parish.
"The Jefferson Parish Water Department, in conjunction with the Louisiana Department of Health, is issuing a Boil Water Advisory for Crown Point, the Town of Jean Lafitte, Lower Lafitte and Barataria as a precautionary measure due to a loss of pressure in the distribution system during the repair of a 36” water main on Lafitte-Larose Highway," Public Information Officer Gretchen Hirt Gendron said in a news release.
She says all residents in those communities are urged not to drink the water without boiling or disinfecting it first. She says bottled water is an option too.
"Boiled, disinfected, or bottled water should be used before drinking, ice making, brushing teeth, washing dishes and in food preparation until further notice. Boil the water for a one full minute in a clean container. The one minute starts after the water has been brought to a rolling boil. The flat taste can be eliminated by shaking the water in a bottle or pouring it from one container to another."
Hirt Gendron says there is another option.
"Disinfect the water by mixing 1/8 teaspoon of unscented, liquid chlorine laundry bleach with one gallon of water and letting it stand for at least 30 minutes prior to consumption. Mix it thoroughly."
Testing is underway.
"This BOIL WATER ADVISORY will remain in effect until rescinded by Jefferson Parish Water Department or the Louisiana Department of Health. Bacteriological samples must be collected and analyzed from the distribution system to assure the water meets potable water standards."
