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Boil water advisoryMicrobiologicalActiveFirst seen 15/09/2026, 22:20

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Childress plans next steps for water supply, residents remain under boil notice

Residents in Childress, Texas, remain under a citywide boil water notice, in effect since September 8, 2026. The notice was issued after low disinfectant levels were detected in the water system, attributed to extreme heat, high ground temperatures, and ongoing drought conditions. City officials are addressing immediate issues and planning long-term changes to the water supply, with the state expected to distribute water to residents.

Location
Childress, Texas
Country
🇺🇸 USA
Start
08/09/2026, 02:00
End
Ongoing
Event type
Boil water advisory, Microbiological
Status
Active
Region
Texas
Last updated

Timeline

  1. · Alert first recorded
  2. · Start according to source
  3. · Record last updated

USAReportsSeptember 2026ArchiveMethodology

What to do now

  1. 1Bring water to a rolling boil for at least 3 minutes before drinking.
  2. 2Use boiled water for tooth brushing, ice cubes and baby food.
  3. 3Run dishwasher at 60 degrees or higher, or boil dishes.
  4. 4Protect infants, elderly and immunocompromised people first.

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