By: KDKA-TV News Staff
BUTLER, Pa. (KDKA) — The precautionary boil advisory for parts of Butler County has been extended.
READ MORE: Pennsylvania Republicans Vote To Rebuke, Not Censure, Senator Pat Toomey Over Impeachment VoteThe 12-inch water main break affected Pennsylvanian American Water’s services and led to a loss of positive water pressure. The company says without positive water pressure, water could become contaminated. As a result, the advisory has been issued as a precaution to customers.
The advisory was extended for another 48 hours on Monday.
READ MORE: Pine-Richland School Board Delays Vote On Return To Learning As Group Holds Rally Outside MeetingBottled water and a tanker are available at the Pennsylvania America Water’s Butler treatment plant on Oneida Valley Road from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The company reminded customers that all water they use should either be boiled first or come from a bottle. People with compromised immune systems, infants and the elderly could be more at risk if they consume potentially contaminated water, the company says.
MORE NEWS: Revolution Pipeline Back In Service Nearly 2.5 Years After Explosion In Beaver CountyA map of the impacted areas can be found here. You can call Pennsylvania American Water’s customer service line at 800-565-7292 with any questions.
