The Arkansas Department of Health lists over 40 Boil Water Orders in the state, many due to recent storms and flooding throughout the state.
The Boil Water Orders in effect for the Lakes Region include three in Newton County. The entire Compton Water Works System is under a Boil Order due to a lightning strike while a water main break has led to an order issued for the East Newton County Water Association for the 11 services along County Road 6422 and Country Road 6471. A landslide at Ozark Mountain Pump station has led to the pumping of raw water from their well which has in turn led to a Boil Order for all customers of the Mt Sherman Water Association.
A Boil Order has been issued for Searcy County Customers of the West Stone County Water Association due to a water line break…