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Boil order lifted in Dixmoor after weeks of water issues

By FOX 32 Digital Staff
Updated  November 3, 2021 10:30pm CDT
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DIXMOOR, Ill. - The boil water order in suburban Dixmoor has been lifted as of Wednesday.

The village disconnected the temporary water feed from Blue Island on Monday, and then tested the water quality for two days, authorities said.

The water passed the tests, meaning the boil order can be lifted.

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According to officials, the village can reconnect the temporary feed from Blue Island if circumstances require it.

Water crisis continues to plague Dixmoor residents

It's been more than a week since the residents of Dixmoor have had reliable water service.

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The water pressure coming from Harvey is "adequate," officials said, however, it is still not at pre-Oct. 16 levels.

Dixmoor says it continues to consult with engineers, Cook County officials and state and federal officials to develop a long-term solution so that residents have access to safe and reliable water service.

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