Savannah Issues Boil Water Warning After Contractor Damages Water Main

SAVANNAH — Residents in parts of Coffee Bluff must boil their water after a private contractor damaged a city water main Tuesday morning.

What’s Happening: The City of Savannah ordered residents on Daveitta Drive, Country Walk Circle and Country Walk Drive to boil all water before drinking, cooking or brushing teeth.

  • The damage happened when a private contractor hit the water main
  • City crews expect to restore water service by the end of Tuesday

What’s Important: Residents in the affected area should bring water to a rolling boil for at least one minute before using it for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth or making baby formula.

The Process: City crews will flush the water system for about five hours after finishing repairs. Then they’ll test the water to make sure it’s safe…

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