Warren and Watchung, NJ mandatory boil water advisory lifted

WATCHUNG — A mandatory boil water advisory issued by New Jersey American Water on Wednesday was canceled Friday afternoon, according to the utility.

A water main break along Carrar Drive in Watchung, between Mountain Boulevard and Glen Eagle Drive, had resulted in NJAW imposing the advisory for both Watchung and Warren Township, according to a release, "until testing of the water supply is deemed satisfactory."

The company had said customers in the two municipalities might experience decreased water pressure as a result of the main break.

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If a boil water advisory is issued, according to NJAW, customers should bring their tap water to a rolling boil for one minute and cool before using, or opt for bottled water instead.

Boiled or bottled water should be used for:

Drinking (including for pets)
Preparing foods
Mixing baby formula, food, juices or drinks
Washing vegetables and fruit
Cooking
Making ice
Brushing teeth
Washing dishes

Customers are advised to keep abreast of future updates via the "Alerts" tab on New Jersey American Water's website, and to call 1-800-272-1325 with any questions.

Patrick Lavery is a reporter and anchor for New Jersey 101.5. You can reach him at patrick.lavery@townsquaremedia.com

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