Berkeley Township MUA Providing Water To Residents Under Advisory

BERKELEY, NJ — The Berkeley Township MUA will continue distributing gallons of water to residents impacted by the boil water advisory on Wednesday.

Residents serviced by the BTMUA are being urged to boil their water after E. Coli bacteria was found in a sample, officials said Monday.

Residents who are serviced by Suez, Aqua, Shore Water or New Jersey American Water are not affected.

Pick-up will continue Wednesday at the H&M Potter School on Veeder Lane at 1 p.m. Residents should bring ID.

A sample taken from the distribution system on July 14 tested positive for E. Coli, the BTMUA said Monday. On July 16, three samples were taken. Two tested negative for total coliform and E. Coli, and one tested positive for total coliform and negative for E. Coli.

The E. coli bacteria sample indicates that the water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. The BTMUA is conducting a comprehensive assessment of the water system, and the monitoring and operational practices to identify and correct the cause of the contamination.

Officials expect the contamination to be resolved within 30 days. Impacted residents will be notified by the BTMUA.

Residents serviced by the BTMUA should bring tap water to a rolling boil for one minute and allow the tap water to cool before using. This kills bacteria and other organisms in the water, officials said.

Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, food preparation and for pets until further notice.

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