Jackson, Wyoming lifts boil water advisory after clean test results

The Town of Jackson, Wyoming, has lifted its boil water advisory after water system tests returned clean results for two consecutive days. The advisory was originally issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) following the detection of E. coli in untreated water from a town well.

While the order is lifted, the Teton County Health Department recommends specific precautions to ensure safety. Residents are advised to flush cold water lines that were not in use by running faucets for at least one minute, running dishwashers through an empty cycle, and discarding any ice made during the advisory period. Hot water tanks may still contain contamination; residents should run showers or baths for 15 minutes but avoid swallowing the water.

The contamination caused significant local disruption, leading to the closure of Teton County schools on Friday and affecting various businesses, including cafes and grocery stores. No illnesses have been reported in connection with the incident. The Town of Jackson plans to work with the EPA to implement corrective actions to prevent future contamination.