Customers of the city of Mathis’ municipal water supply can again use water from the tap without boiling it for the first time in 10 days.
In a Sept. 25 Facebook post, city officials wrote that steps had been taken to address the problem and that state regulators had been provided with data that led to the lifting of the water boil.
The city of Mathis had initially issued a water boil notice Sept. 15
after measuring low disinfectant levels, officials have said.A water boil means that people should not use the tap water for drinking, preparing food or brushing teeth, among other tasks, without boiling and cooling the water first.
Not doing so could potentially lead to illness.
In a Sept. 25 letter shown as signed by Mathis Mayor Ciriaco Villarreal
Jr., the City Council and staff, officials wrote that “the support demonstrated by our residents, businesses, schools, and community organizations was greatly appreciated throughout this precautionary public health measure.”
“In appreciation, our water rate payers will see a small discount reflected on their October utility bill,” states the letter, linked from the city’s Facebook page. “While no adjustment can fully compensate for the inconvenience experienced, we hope this gesture reflects our gratitude for your patience and support.”
Kirsten Crow covers city government and water news. Have a story idea? Contact her at kirsten.crow@caller.com.
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