Boil Water Advisory Issued for Section of Ellijay After Water Main Rupture
A boil water advisory has been issued for a section of Ellijay due to a ruptured water main. The advisory affects several streets including Progress Road, Dogwood Drive, Poplar Street, Pine Street, Maple Street, Merk Davis Road, Soccer Field Road,…
Atlanta, GA, July 26, 2026 —
ELLIJAY, GA – A boil water advisory has been put into effect for a portion of Ellijay following a rupture to a main water line. The advisory is in response to the incident that has impacted water service and potentially compromised water quality for residents in the affected area.
The advisory specifically impacts several streets within the community. These include Progress Road, Dogwood Drive, Poplar Street, Pine Street, Maple Street, Merk Davis Road, Soccer Field Road, and Casey Drive. Residents and businesses located on these streets are urged to take necessary precautions.
As a precautionary measure, all water intended for drinking, cooking, washing dishes, and brushing teeth should be boiled before use. The recommendation is to bring water to a rolling boil for one minute and then allow it to cool before consumption. This measure is intended to kill any potential bacteria or other harmful microorganisms that may have entered the water system due to the break.
The duration of the advisory is not yet specified. Updates on the status of the water main repair and the lifting of the boil water advisory will be provided as more information becomes available. The cause of the water main rupture was not immediately provided.
Officials have not released information regarding the extent of the damage or the timeline for repairs. Residents are advised to check local announcements for further details.
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