Residents of Gulf Cove are under a precautionary boil water notice as announced by the Charlotte County Utilities Department. Effective September 3, the notice was issued following concerns over potential contamination of the drinking water supply within the specified area depicted in a map provided by utility officials.
Those living in the affected zone are currently advised to boil their water before using it for drinking, cooking, or making ice. According to a Charlotte County announcement, bottled water is a recommended alternative for those who can access it. “Customers in this area should boil water intended for drinking or cooking until further notice,” the official statement reads, underscoring the need for caution even in one’s own home.
Local authorities are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. The Utilities Department has committed to issuing a rescission notice to residents once tests confirm that the water quality is back to a safe consumption level. However, at present, the timeline for resolving the issue remains uncertain, leaving residents in a state of interim self-reliance amidst this challenge to their daily lives…