Boil Water Advisory Issued For Part Of North Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS — The city of Minneapolis Tuesday morning issued a boil water advisory for water customers impacted by a large water main break in ­north Minneapolis.

Officials said residents in the affected parts of north Minneapolis should boil their water for three minutes before using it for cooking or drinking.

The advisory will remain in effect until the city determines that the water is safe to drink, according to a news release. City officials said they are working on bottled water distribution for the impacted area.

The boil water advisory is in effect for people living in the following area:

• Third Street North from Lowry Avenue to 26th Avenue.
• Fourth Street North from 29th to 26th Avenue.

View a map of the affected area here.

The advisory is a result of a "significant" water main break on the 2900 block of Second Street North, officials said. Crews are on the scene working to repair the break and restore service.

Meanwhile, water service will remain shut down in the area around Second Street North, east to the Mississippi River between Lowry and 24th avenues.

The city provided the following guidance for water use in the affected area:

Some may experience yellow, brown or rust colored water. This occurs when mineral deposits in iron pipes are disturbed. While it may have an unpleasant appearance, the water is safe to drink, cook, wash with and use. Check it hourly by running the cold water tap located in the lowest point in your home. Run it for two to three minutes each time.

Once the water runs clear, flush the pipes in your home by running all cold water taps for a few minutes. Avoid doing laundry or using hot water until the water runs clear.