Residents in parts of Cornelia are experiencing a temporary water service interruption Friday following damage to a water main.
According to a notice from the City of Cornelia, crews are working to repair a 6-inch water main that was damaged by a contractor. Water service is expected to be restored by 3:00 p.m. on May 1.
Affected Areas
The interruption impacts the following streets and areas:
- Maple Street (from Summit to Highland)
- Huff Avenue
- Esta Street
- Scott Avenue
- Dogwood Avenue
- Laurel Drive (from Spring to Maple)
Boil Water Notice to Follow
Once water service is restored, a boil water notice will be in effect until further notice as a precaution.
City officials are advising residents to boil all water for at least one minute before using it for:
- Drinking
- Cooking
- Making ice
- Brushing teeth
- Washing dishes
- Any food preparation
The notice is being issued to ensure public safety following the loss of pressure in the system, which can increase the risk of contamination.
The city says it will notify residents once testing confirms the water is safe and the advisory can be lifted.
Officials apologized for the inconvenience and thanked residents for their patience as crews work to restore service and ensure the system’s reliability.
