Update: Abbeville lifts boil advisory

Update: Officials with the city of Abbeville announced Friday afternoon that the citywide water boil advisory has been lifted. The advisory had been issued on Thursday.

The City of Abbeville Water System has issued a citywide precautionary boil advisory effective immediately for all customers within the City of Abbeville water district.
During a routine inspection of the St. Teresa water tower, a minor repair was identified. The tower has been isolated, and repairs are currently underway. Out of an abundance of caution, the City is issuing this advisory until the repair is complete and the system can be retested.
Residents and businesses are advised to boil water prior to consumption. Water should be brought to a rolling boil for one (1) full minute before using it for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or food preparation. The one-minute boil time begins after the water reaches a rolling boil. Allow water to cool before use.
The advisory will remain in effect until rescinded. The City will lift the advisory once water samples meet all Louisiana Department of Health requirements.
City crews are actively addressing the situation and will provide updates as they become available. For additional information, residents may contact Abbeville City Hall