Earlier this week, residents whose water supply comes from Demorest can once again use their tap water without boiling it.
City officials announced that the boil water advisory issued on March 10 has now been rescinded following the completion of water system testing. The advisory had been issued as a precaution after a water line repair caused a drop in water pressure in parts of the city’s system.
The affected areas included:
- Lat Wilson Road
- Wilson Road
- Oakdale Drive
- Old Camp Creek Road
- York Drive
- Eastwinds Drive
According to the City of Demorest, water samples collected after the repair work have now been tested and confirmed to meet safety standards. As a result, officials say the water system is safe and the advisory is no longer in effect.
Residents are advised to flush their faucets for at least two minutes before using tap water for drinking or food preparation. This helps clear any water that may have been sitting in household plumbing during the advisory period.
The boil water advisory had recommended residents use boiled or bottled water for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, and preparing food until testing could confirm the system was safe.
City officials thanked residents for their patience and cooperation while the precautionary advisory was in place.
Anyone with questions about the water system can contact the City of Demorest Water System (WSID #GA1370004) at 678-315-1813.
