Columbus City Utilities issues boil order for Eighth Street and Werner Avenue

Columbus City Utilities has issued a precautionary boil water advisory for customers in the area of 8th Street and Werner Avenue.

This precautionary measure is necessary due to a shutdown associated with water system improvements in the area.

Customers are asked to boil cooking and drinking water for 5 minutes until notified that the water has passed laboratory testing.

The boil water advisory will be in effect from 8 a.m. Monday until Thursday. Customers will be notified when the order is lifted.

Customers who have provided phone numbers to the utility will receive robocalls.All customers affected will receive a door hanger notice prior to, and upon completion of the testing.

Anyone with additional questions can call the Water Service Hotline at 812-418-6435.