Draper, UT – Draper City residents were alerted on Thursday about a boil order issued by the Utah Division of Drinking Water due to contamination in the drinking water supply.
WaterPro, a utility provider in Draper, has reported a concerning issue: a cross-connection has been found between the secondary and culinary water systems, which has permitted untreated water to infiltrate the drinking water supply.
WaterPro has alerted around 1,300 customers in Draper about potential contamination in the drinking water system.
The company has recommended that city officials implement a boil order for all impacted customers until further notice. The organization has released a map highlighting areas that may be impacted.
Following the discovery, the company has shut down the systems, and teams are now engaged in flushing out the untreated water.
Teams are set to conduct water testing until safety for consumption is confirmed. WaterPro has indicated that test results will be available in 1-2 days, and they will keep the city updated as results are received.
What actions are recommended?
Residents in the impacted region are advised to utilize bottled water or to boil their tap water for a minimum of one minute, allowing it to cool before consumption. It is essential to boil any water intended for drinking, whether for pets or people, as well as for activities such as brushing teeth, washing dishes, preparing food, showering, or making baby formula, to eliminate any potential bacteria.
Residents are urged by WaterPro to dispose of all water stored in the past 24 hours to prevent any potential contamination risks.
What are the potential dangers?
Untreated secondary water poses significant risks, harboring a range of parasites, chemical contaminants, bacteria, and viruses, including E. coli and Hepatitis A.
Untreated water that hasn’t been boiled can lead to serious health issues, including diarrhea, vomiting, and flu-like symptoms when it enters a person’s system. Children and individuals with compromised immune systems face an increased likelihood of experiencing more intense symptoms and illness.
