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- calendar_today October 11, 2026
Boil Water Advisory Announced for Boone and Marion Counties
Citizens Energy Group has issued a boil water advisory for specific areas in Boone County and Marion County after a water main break caused a drop in system water pressure. The advisory was announced on October 11, 2026, and will remain in effect for 72 hours as additional water testing is conducted.
Affected Areas and Official Boundaries
According to a release from Citizens Energy Group, the boil water advisory applies to residents living within the following boundaries:
- Northern: 96th Street in Marion County, East County Road 750 South in Boone County
- Southern: 86th Street
- Eastern: Cooper Road in Marion County, County Road 850 East in Boone County
- Western: Lafayette Road in Marion County, Indianapolis Road in Boone County
The Walden Trace neighborhood and Fishback Creek Public Academy fall within the advised area. Additionally, another area in Boone County is affected, bounded by Indianapolis Road, County Road 600 East, County Road 750 South, and County Road 800 South.
What Led to the Advisory?
The boil advisory was triggered by a water main break just east of 86th Street and Lafayette Road early Sunday morning. According to Citizens, this resulted in the water system's pressure dropping below 20 psi. Standards set by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) require utility companies to issue boil water advisories when water pressure falls below designated thresholds because of potential impacts on water safety.
Water Quality and Safety Precautions
Citizens Energy Group reported that system water pressure has been restored. The utility is conducting additional water testing to confirm that the local water distribution system remained safe after the break. The company stated, "We have no indications that our water quality is unsafe," emphasizing that water produced by Citizens remained safe during the incident.
Despite those assurances, Citizens continues to advise all customers in the affected area to boil water for three minutes and allow it to cool before use. This applies to water used for drinking, cooking, washing dishes, making ice, and brushing teeth. Bottled water is also recommended as an alternative for these activities while the advisory is in place.
Permitted Water Uses
The advisory clarifies that water remains suitable for non-consumption uses such as showering and flushing toilets.
Public Health and Further Information
Individuals who believe they may have consumed potentially unsafe water during the water pressure drop are encouraged to consult their healthcare providers. Immunocompromised individuals, infants, and the elderly face a higher risk of complications from consuming unsafe water.
Residents seeking more details about the health effects of unsafe water consumption can contact the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Safe Water Hotline at (800) 426-4791.
Contact Information and Updates
Citizens customers with additional questions about the current boil water advisory may call Citizens Energy Group directly at (317) 924-3311 for updates and further guidance.
Source: fox59.com.
