UPDATE 10/16:
The City of Temple further clarified the situation on a water sample:
UPDATE: Additional test results indicate the sample itself was contaminated while being collected. The actual water in the system does not have E. coli present and has been shown to meet drinking water standards.
The City of Temple announced on Thursday it rescinded its boil water notice after the public water system took the necessary corrective actions to restore the quality of water after receiving a positive sampling of E. coli.
The city says the public water system used for drinking water or human consumption has provided the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality with lab results that show the water no longer requires boiling as of October 16.
If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact City of Temple Utilities at (254) 298-5611.
ORIGINAL 10/15:
A boil water notice is in place following positive sampling of E Coli found during testing within the City of Temple.
The approximate affected area is South of SE HK Dodgen Loop and East of Little River RD/Old HWY 95.
Officials with the City of Temple said they are coordinating with the Temple Independent School District (TISD) regarding this notice, as the Sampson-Howard Elementary campus is located within the affected area.
The city said late Wednesday night, once the boil water notice is no longer in effect, the public water system will issue a notice to customers that rescinds the boil water notice.
A map of the affected area can be seen here.
For questions concerning this matter, please contact the City of Temple utility services office at (254) 298-5611.
