Newport, TN (WOKI) In the wake of Hurricane Helene comes a bit of good news Tuesday for folks in Newport.
Officials with Newport Utilities report that the boil water advisory has been lifted for all customers.
The utility company, taking to Facebook with the announcement, says that tap water is now safe for consumption and household activities.
In their post Newport Utilities stated it has “thoroughly tested and evaluated the water samples taken throughout our service area and concluded that all water within our system meets all safety standards set by health authorities.”
Newport Utilities adds that for customer awareness:
- All customers can resume normal use of tap water effective immediately
- If you have previously boiled water for consumption, it is now completely safe to consume un-boiled tap water
- Run your faucets for a few minutes to clear any remaining water in your pipes.
To learn more and for additional updates, visit the Newport Utilities website here.
