Multiple Ruidoso area systems issue boil water advisories

The New Mexico Environment Department is coordinating with multiple public water systems in the Ruidoso area following severe flooding this week.

Several drinking water systems in the Ruidoso area experienced damage or service disruptions due to flooding. In response, several systems have issued Precautionary Boil Water Advisories to protect the health of residents and visitors:

Residents and businesses using water from these systems should boil water for at least one

minute before:

• Drinking

• Making coffee, tea and other drinks

• Making ice

• Cooking

• Washing fruits and vegetables

• Using water to feed a baby

• Brushing teeth

• Providing as drinking water for pets

The following systems reported no significant impact or service disruptions:

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