The boil advisory affecting several Cleveland suburbs and parts of the city’s East Side has officially been lifted. Cleveland Water announced late Tuesday that water samples collected earlier in the day showed no signs of contamination.
The advisory, which impacted Lyndhurst, South Euclid, University Heights, Shaker Heights, Highland Hills, Warrensville Heights, North Randall, and portions of Cleveland, was issued on Monday following a major water main break. The break occurred on Van Aken Boulevard near Ashby Road, prompting the Ohio EPA to mandate the advisory due to a significant drop in water pressure.
Cleveland Water tested samples from 12 locations within the affected area, confirming no presence of harmful pathogens.
“The water is safe to drink and use as normal,” the department said in a statement. However, residents might experience temporary cloudy water due to air in the system, which should clear from the bottom of a glass upward.
To address any lingering cloudiness, the department recommends a five-minute full-house flush of cold-water faucets, tubs, and showers, while removing aerator screens for optimal results.
While water service has returned to normal, Van Aken Boulevard remains closed between Southington Road and Onaway Road as crews continue to repair the damaged water main. Additionally, shuttle buses are replacing RTA Blue Line trains between Shaker Square and the Warrensville/Van Aken station until further notice.