Beech Island Customers Advised to Boil Water Following Main Break

Water boiling precautions signage.

Beech Island Customers Advised to Boil Water Following Main Break

Beech Island, S.C. – Residents of part of Beech Island are under a boil water advisory due to a water main break that occurred on Friday morning, August 16, 2024. The advisory was put into effect shortly after 10 a.m. and affects several areas within the Beech Island Water District.

Details of the Advisory

According to the advisory, there is currently no confirmed contamination of the water supply; however, officials noted that “the potential for contamination exists” due to a loss of water pressure. The areas impacted by the notice include:

Glenwood Drive
Oxford Place
Keys Dairy
Hillman Drive on Pine Log Road

Residents in these locations who are experiencing little or no water pressure are urged to boil all water for at least one full minute before using it for drinking or cooking. This precautionary measure is essential to ensuring the safety of the water supply until officials confirm it is safe to return to normal use.

How to Stay Informed

Residents with any questions regarding the boil water advisory can contact the Beech Island Water District at (803) 827-1004 during regular office hours. For ongoing updates and further instructions, locals are encouraged to check the Beech Island Water & Sewer District’s official Facebook page.

Community Response

The Beech Island Water District has apologized for the inconvenience caused by this service disruption. The district is actively working to resolve the issues related to the water main break and to restore services to normal levels as soon as possible.

While the advisory may cause some disruptions in daily routines, officials stress the importance of following these safety measures to protect the health of the community. As always, the priority remains on ensuring clean and safe drinking water for all customers.

Conclusion

Residents are advised to stay alert for updates concerning the advisory status and trust that officials are making every effort to resolve the situation quickly. For now, remember to boil your water before use until the advisory is lifted.