Precautionary Boil Water Order Issued For Large Swath Of South Beach After Water Main Break

By CBS Miami Team

July 21, 2023

MIAMI -- The city of Miami Beach issued a precautionary boil water notice after a private contractor accidentally struck a 20-inch water main in South Beach, which resulted in a drop in pressure.

According to a written statement issued by the city, the boil water order covers all areas south of 23rd Street from the ocean to the bay and includes the Sunset Harbour neighborhood. The Venetian Islands, however, were not part of the boil water order.

City officials said the water main break occurred in the area of Alton Road at 6th Street.

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