Boil Water Advisory Issued for Irmo, Chapin Neighborhoods

Some residents in the Irmo and Chapin areas should boil their water before drinking or cooking, the City of Columbia announced Wednesday morning.

The city issued an advisory for the residents of Brookstone Subdivision, Rolling Creek Subdivision, Wescott Ridge Subdivision, Courtyard Subdivision, Ashford Subdivision, and Waterfall Subdivision, bounded by Shady Grove Road, West Shady Grove Road, Broad River Road, and Mount Vernon Church Road. 

A 12-inch water main break in the area could possibly result in bacterial contamination of the water, according to a press release from the city.

Residents should vigorously boil their water for at least one minute before drinking or coooking.

Any residents near the affected area who have lost water or water pressure are also advised to boil their water for a minute before using it.

Ice made from water that has not been boiled should not be used for drinking purposes. 

The City of Columbia Water Works is working to correct the problem. 

If you have questions, call the City of Columbia Water Works at 733-8336 or 781-2181.