TROUP, Texas — **EDITOR'S NOTE -- the video attached was produced in July 2022 and is not related to the story.
The City of Troup has rescinded their second boil water notice after repairing a second water line break on Aug. 17.
Over the weekend, the city had rescinded their first boil water notice but had to issue a second notice due to a second water line break. As of 10 a.m. on Aug. 17, residents can consume water without boiling it beforehand.
Because of the break, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the city of Troup Public water system to notify its customers to boil their water before consuming it.
Consumption includes washing hands/face, brushing teeth and drinking. Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are vulnerable to harmful bacteria, according to the city's announcement.
Water should be brought to a vigorous boil and boiled for two minutes. Officials will notify customers once boiling water is no longer necessary.
Those who have questions can contact City Manager Gene Cottle at 903.842.3128, extension 15. To contact the TCEQ executive director, call (512) 239-4691.