The Taylorville Water Department has issued a boil order for residents in the 700 and 800 blocks of West Franklin Street due to ongoing water main repairs. The order went into effect on June 12 and will remain in place until water samples confirm that it is safe to drink.

According to Water Superintendent Marlin Brune, no restaurants are included in the affected area.

Residents in the impacted blocks are urged to bring water to a rolling boil for at least five minutes before using it for drinking or cooking. The boil order is a precaution to ensure public health and safety.

Officials will notify residents once the order has been lifted.

For more information, contact the Taylorville Water Department at 217-287-1441.