MARION COUNTY, Fla. — Marion County residents are being asked to boil their water before using it.
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Due to a loss of power at the water plant, a boil water notice is in effect for all Marion County Utilities customers in the Fore Acres, Hillside Acres and Courtney Acres.
Residents within the community must boil water used for consumption until the water is tested and results indicate that the water is safe to drink.
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Officials said water should be brought to a rapid boil one minute before consumption.
Bottled water may be used as an alternative for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth, officials said.
The utility company said water used for laundry, bathing, or showering does not need to be boiled.
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The company said it will perform water testing per regulations from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and will advise residents once the boil water notice is lifted.
Officials said residents can contact the Marion County Utilities customer service at 352-307-6000.
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