Swift Water Supply, the public water system serving NACOGDOCHES, Texas, has issued a boil water notice for customers whose service was interrupted when the main line ruptured at 4187 FM 2112. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required the utility to alert all affected households to boil water before any consumption.
What residents need to do
All customers should bring water to a vigorous rolling boil and continue boiling for at least two minutes. After cooling, the water may be used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing hands or any other personal consumption. The advisory applies to everyone, but children, seniors and individuals with weakened immune systems are especially vulnerable to harmful bacteria.
Alternatives while the notice is in effect
Anyone who prefers not to boil water can purchase bottled water or obtain water from another safe source for drinking and cooking. Schools, nursing homes, apartments and businesses should also follow the same precautions and distribute the notice to all occupants.
When the notice will be lifted
Swift Water Supply will notify customers as soon as water quality tests confirm that the system is safe again. A follow‑up notice will be issued to rescind the boil water advisory and to confirm that the water can be used without boiling.
How to stay informed
Residents are encouraged to share this information with neighbors, especially those who may not receive the notice directly. Posting the notice in common areas, handing out copies or mailing the advisory are effective ways to keep the community safe.
Contact information
For questions, customers may contact Abby Mejia or Matt Barrett at the numbers provided by Swift Water Supply: (936) 462‑7843 or (936) 221‑6490.
The utility is working with TCEQ and local officials to repair the broken line and restore normal service as quickly as possible. Updates will be posted on the Swift Water Supply website and through local news outlets.
Original reporting: KLTV 7 Tyler (news) — read the source article.
