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July 14 boil water advisory for 700-800 blocks of S. Johnson St.

Living in Ada

/ Jul 14, 2026

MEDIA RELEASE__A Boil Water Advisory has been issued for Village of Ada water customers in the 700 and 800 blocks of S. Johnson St.

Who is affected?
If your water service was turned off during the water main break, your property is included in this boil water advisory.

What should you do?
Until the advisory is lifted, bring all water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or preparing food to a rolling boil for at least one minute, then allow it to cool before use.

The Village of Ada will provide an update as soon as the advisory has been lifted.

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/ Jul 13, 2026

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