WALLS, Miss — Some Mid-South cities are facing boil water notices as the deep freeze continues across the area.
Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) has issued a Boil Water Advisory for all customers in its service area. People should boil water at least one minute before consuming.
MLGW said a water distribution would begin at 2 p.m. Friday until supplies run out at Shelby County Fire stations 62 (4647 Forrest Hill Irene) and 67 (944 Northaven Dr.)
They are also telling customers to conserve water and avoid non-essential water use until further notice, as burst pipes are causing low water pressure. Those who have leaks or broken water pipes should turn off their water or call 544-6549 for help from MLGW.
Helena-West Helena, Arkansas
Thursday morning, Jan. 18, 2024, Helena-West Helena Mayor Christopher Franklin issued a boil water notice for the city. He said a north tank, which services all of West Helena, fell so low in water that the precautionary boil order was needed.
Walls, Mississippi
Walls Water lifted its self-imposed boil water notice on Thursday, Jan. 18. Walls officials said the notice had been issued due to loss of water caused by freezing temperatures.
Lauderdale County, Tennessee
On Thursday, Lauderdale County officials announced a boil water alert 'until further notice.' Officials said the alert is due to the high demand for water during the past few days and decreased water pressure. Those included in the alert are the Conner Whitefield, Durhamville and Hobe Webb areas. Learn more HERE.
Olive Branch, Mississippi
Olive Branch officials have asked citizens to conserve water after they said high demand being placed on the water system. Residents are encouraged to conserve water and refrain from non-essential water use as much as possible Thursday. Residents should report water leaks to Public Works at 662-895-4111.