NewsDecember 9, 2024
Cape Girardeau issues boil water advisory, expanded city-wide
Cape Girardeau has issued a boil water advisory for 14,000 homes and businesses due to a major water main break. Residents are advised to boil water before use, with testing results expected in 48 hours.
The City of Cape Girardeau has issued a precautionary boil water advisory that has been expanded to a city-wide advisory because of a large water main break near the Cape Rock Water Plant. Citizens received text or other notifications about the advisory Monday morning, Dec. 9.
A City of Cape Girardeau email stated the advisory was expanded from 14,000 homes to city-wide.
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According to the city's website, customers should expect lower water pressure during this time and are asked to boil and cool any water before drinking. Results from water testing should be available within 48 hours.
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