Texas City issues warning 🚨 A boil water notice got underway Thursday after crews detected the potentially deadly bacteria.
, is now under a boil water order in the wake of positive E.coli readings in the Galveston County town's supply.The city issued the notice Thursday, which is the same day crews found the contamination. Texas City did not say how it became contaminated, though it stated this commonly happens when increased run-off, including after heavy rains, enters a drinking water source.For now, though, the city said it is flushing and testing constantly, anticipating a resolution within 24 hours.
The city warned the bacteria can cause short-term effects, such as diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other symptoms. They may pose a greater health risk for infants, young children, the elderly, and people with severely compromised immune systems, the city added. "If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice from their healthcare providers about drinking this water," the city wrote.
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