Water line break update: Repairs complete, boil water notice for Odessa now in place

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The city released new information on the water outage that resulted in the city's loss of water after the supply was shut off to aid in the repair of a line.

According to the city, the line was repaired and crews are now out of the hole. Officials also said that the water systems will be turned back on slowly and that once it is back on, a boil water notice will be in effect.

Odessa officials stated that water samples will be taken on Sunday morning, where it will then be 24 to 36 hours before there is a chance to be given the "all clear."

The city also released a list of frequently asked questions about boil notices that can be found below:

What about brushing your teeth?

Use bottled or boiled water to brush your teeth.

How long should water be boiled?

Vigorous boiling for at least one full minute is the safest and most effective method of disinfection.

What if I accidentally drank tap water before I learned about the Precautionary Boil Water Notice?

If this happens, don’t panic. The chances of becoming sick are slim. See your doctor if you experience diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal cramps.

How does boiling water make it safe to drink?

Boiling water purifies it because disease-causing bacteria, viruses or parasites will be destroyed by the heat.