Boil water advisory issued for portion of Oakland Drive in Portage

PORTAGE, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — A hydrant was hit at 5603 Oakland Drive on Sunday, August 14.

A section of water main was depressurized so repairs could be made.  Affected customers from 5603 to 5811 Oakland Drive are advised to boil their tap water for a minimum of one minute prior to use for drinking, brushing teeth or cooking.

City officials say this is a precautionary measure and all means of flushing and collecting bacteriological samples from the water main before the advisory is lifted will be followed.

Customers wanting more information can call the City of Portage Department of Transportation & Utilities at 269-329-4422.