Millvale residents under advisory see progress

Millvale residents under a flush-and-boil advisory for drinking water are one step closer to being able to drink from their taps again.

No contamination has been found during the first round of testing of water lines serving the affected part of Millvale following a precautionary flush-andboil advisory Thursday that affected about 600 households.

The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority’s warning remains in effect until it complete two rounds of testing, each of which takes 24 hours to analyze.

“Water quality tests collected yesterday did not detect evidence of contamination,” the utility said Saturday. “Results from samples taken today are expected to be available tomorrow morning. Customers will be contacted via robocall when the advisory is lifted.”

PWSA crews closed a water line for an extended period of time on Evergreen Road, which caused low and no water pressure on multiple streets and provided an opportunity for contaminants to enter the drinking water system in that area.

The flush and boil advisory was issued out of an abundance of precaution after water pressure was restored, PWSA said.

Impacted areas include Evergreen Road, Evergreen Avenue, North Avenue and several side streets, from Elizabeth Street north to the Shaler line.

Water buffaloes will be available at the Millvale Community Center, 416 Lincoln Ave., and the old Sample Elementary School, 820 Evergreen Road.

PWSA advised customers in impacted areas to boil tap water vigorously for at least one minute prior to using it for drinking or cooking (the minute starts when the water begins to bubble), including when water is used for brushing teeth, making ice, washing raw foods, preparation of drinks and water for pets.

Also, wait for the water to cool before using it, or store it in the refrigerator in a clean container, PWSA said.