GRAND PRARIE, TX – The city of Grand Prairie has issued a warning urging people who live north of Interstate 20 not to use tap water for any consumption.
Residents are being urged not to use tap water for any consumption-related purposes after detecting a contamination issue in the local water supply.
The advisory, issued early on Sept. 4, by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), comes after a foaming agent was found in the water system.
This prompted immediate action by city officials.
The affected area includes all consumers within the shaded region on the city’s official map, and the advisory is expected to remain in place until further notice.
The City of Grand Prairie says that tap water should not be used for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, making ice, or for pet consumption.
Additionally, it should not be used for washing dishes. However, the water can still be used for flushing toilets.
City crews are actively investigating the source of the contamination and are working to isolate the affected area to prevent further spread.
In response to the emergency, the city has set up water bottle distribution stations to provide residents with safe drinking water.
Initially, bottled water was available at City Hall, but as of 8:30 a.m. on Sept. 4, a new distribution location has been established at Lone Star Park.
Water will be distributed there until supplies run out.
Officials are also warning residents against attempting to treat the water themselves.
Methods such as boiling, freezing, filtering, or adding disinfectants will not render the contaminated water safe for consumption.
The situation remains under close watch, and residents are encouraged to stay informed by visiting the city’s dedicated webpage for the latest updates.
For additional information, residents can contact the City of Grand Prairie at 972-237-8400.