Residents of Marshall, Texas, should prepare for a planned water outage scheduled for Monday evening. The interruption in water service will begin at 4 p.m. and is expected to affect the area around U.S. Highway 59 South and State Highway 154, specifically the Scenic Loop area between Pinecrest Drive and Bell Street.

Infrastructure Improvements

The temporary outage is necessary for contractors to connect a newly repaired 16-inch water line that runs beneath the highway. This essential work aims to improve the reliability and efficiency of the water supply system in the region. The city has communicated that water service should be restored by 10 p.m. on Monday night.

Boil Advisory Issued

In addition to the outage, a boil advisory has been issued for the affected area. Residents are advised to boil water for consumption until further notice to ensure safety and prevent any potential health risks. The city will provide updates as the situation progresses and once the advisory is lifted.

Local authorities appreciate the community’s patience and understanding as these necessary improvements are made to the water infrastructure, ensuring a more reliable service for all residents.

Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.