(Oakland, Iowa) – Officials with the City of Oakland, Monday, issued a Boil Water Order to residents in the 300 block of Gates Street. The Order was issued following the loss of pressure in the City’s water distribution system. The City advises residents in the affected part of Oakland, to bring tap water to a rolling boil for one minute, and then let it cool before using. Alternately, you may use bottled water. Either can be used for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth and preparing food. The Boil Order is in effect until further notice.

The water pressure issue in Oakland occurred at around 11:45-a.m., Monday, following a water main break near the intersection of Walnut and Gates Streets. When a water main loses pressure, it increases the chance that untreated water and harmful microbes can enter the water supply.

Crews have conducted repairs to the damaged area and pressure has been restored, but until water samples come back from the lab to rule out the possibility of contamination, residents in the 300 block of Gates Street in Oakland, should take the aforementioned methods for their water – most likely for at least 24-hours – or until the test show you no longer need to boil your water. For more information, contact the Oakland City Hall at 712-482-6811.