Koreatown boil water notice lifted after water quality tests come back clean
Boil water notice over E.coli lifted in Koreatown
The LADWP has canceled the local boil water advisory in Koreatown after follow-up testing confirmed the water supply is safe and clear of bacteria.
LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADP) has officially lifted a localized boil water notice for a two-block area in Koreatown.
Following rigorous testing, officials have confirmed the water meets all safety standards and is completely clear for normal consumption.
What we know:
The precaution was initially put into place after routine water quality testing on June 30 came back positive for E. coli bacteria. The notice strictly impacted residents within the following boundaries:
- South Ardmore Avenue to the west
- South Mariposa Avenue to the east
- West Fifth Street to the north
- West Sixth Street to the south
LADWP crews have since flushed the system and completed follow-up testing, which successfully cleared the water supply of any contaminants.
What you can do:
Affected customers can immediately stop boiling their tap water or relying on bottled water.
It is recommended that residents run their cold water taps for 1 to 2 minutes to flush out any residual water from their home plumbing before drinking or cooking.
The Source: This story was written with information provided by the Los Angeles Department of Power and Water.