Politics & Government
'Boil Water' Notice Lifted in Gulfport
The City of Gulfport says water is safe to drink following a water main break on Wednesday.
The boil notice for specific neighborhoods in Gulfport has been lifted, according to the city.
On Friday, city officials released a notice to affected residents stating the following information:
THE April 17, 2013 "PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE" IS HEREBY RESCINDED FOLLOWING THE FLUSHING OF IMPACTED AREA AND THE SATISFACTORY COMPLETION OF THE BACTERIOLOGICAL SURVEY SHOWING THAT THE WATER IS SAFE TO DRINK.
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On Wednesday a water main break at 58th St. S affected the Seaside Villa Apartments and Michael J. Yakes Recreation Complex. The city advised residents in the affected area to boil water before using.
If residents have any questions about their water quality, please call the Public Works Department, 727-893-1089.
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