Newark Lifts Boil Water Advisory; Here's What Else You Should Know

NEWARK, NJ -- Newark has lifted a boil water advisory that was issued earlier this week, officials reported Saturday evening.

The main break took place on Tuesday morning near Branch Brook Park at the border of Belleville and Newark and also affected Bloomfield. According to Newark officials, it happened at Clinton and Mill Streets in Belleville. Read More: Water Main Break Wreaks Havoc In 3 Essex County Towns

All three municipalities eventually issued boil water advisories, although nearby Nutley did not. Read More: Videos Show Power, Damage Of Water Main Break In Belleville

On Saturday evening, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka announced that the boil water advisory for areas impacted by the water main break is no longer in effect.

According to a statement from Baraka's office, testing shows that the water quality is safe, and it is no longer necessary to boil water before using.

However, the following measures are "strongly encouraged" at this time, officials added:

• Run water faucets for 3-5 minutes to flush service connection and interior plumbing with water from the service main.
• Empty and clean automatic ice makers and water chillers.
• Drain and refill hot water heater if the temperature is set below 113 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Service connections with a water softener/cartridge filters should be run through a regeneration cycle or other procedures recommended by the manufacturer.
• Water reservoirs in tall buildings should be drained and refilled (as applicable).

According to Baraka's office:

"The Department of Water and Sewer Utilities’ State Certified Laboratory conducted water testing throughout wards affected and confirmed that the water quality is deemed satisfactory and is safe to drink. The City has flushed stagnant water out of the pipes at fire hydrants throughout the areas that were impacted. Water quality testing for bacteria and chlorine residuals was performed to ensure the water meets regulatory requirements and is safe. The Department of Water and Sewer collected water quality samples throughout the affected areas from Tuesday through Friday and determined that the water is safe to drink."

Water service has been restored to all areas of the city that were affected by the break, officials said.

Anyone with questions can contact 973-733-4311, officials said.

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