The City of Columbus Junction experienced a water main break Thursday. Water was temporarily shut off while the main was repaired.

Due to the incident, residents in Columbus Junction located north of the water tower or Gamble Street are under a boil advisory until further notice. Water tests are being done to ensure that the water is safe to consume. Residents living south of Gamble Street are not part of the advisory.

Those in the affected areas are recommended to boil all water used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, or preparing food while the advisory is in effect. This ensures that any bacteria in the water is killed. Tap water can still be used for bathing and similar purposes.

KCII will have more information as it becomes official.