Water main break forces boil water order for area of Decatur

DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - Several areas of Decatur are under a boil order until further notice.

Decatur boil order 4.16.26 — Map of the area of Decatur affected by the April 16 boil order
Photo from Decatur Public Works

The City of Decatur said Monday the order impacts residents north of East North Fork Road and south of East William Street Road, east of North Country Club Road, North Glendale Avenue south of East North Fork Road, and North Excelsior Street south of East North Fork Road.

The current order expanded a previous order after a water main break on North Country Club Road Monday afternoon.

It's unclear how long the boil order will be in place. According to the city's website, a water sample and testing will need to be completed before the boil water order can be lifted.

The city recommends the following for those under a boil water order:

Boil water from the faucet for three to five minutes before drinking or using to cook
Do not brush teeth with tap water
Do not use a dishwasher or an ice machine
Do not use tap water to rinse or clean food, such as vegetables and fruits
Taking a bath or shower is safe

Once the boil water order is lifted the city recommends residents run water through faucets for several minutes.

Anyone with questions can contact Decatur Water Services at 217-875-5704.