The Village of Deerfield has issued an order for all residents to boil their water before drinking it after finding fecal coliform in the village water supply today, according to a village news release.

Deerfield water department employees are investigating the problem, the release said, and will run 10 tests over the next 24 hours to determine when the water is safe to drink again without boiling. Fecal coliform is a bacteria that indicates the water was contaminated with human or animal waste, which can cause illness, the release said.

Deerfield residents should bring water to a boil, allow it to boil for one minute, then let it cool, the release said. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth, and food preparation — until further notice.

Fecal coliform contamination can cause diarrhea, headaches, nausea, cramps and other symptoms, the release said. It’s particularly dangerous for infants, young children and people with compromised immune systems.

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favrefan said:"Chris Coghlan isn't gonna pay your rent, Jimmy."

at least they didnt find lsd

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the world will always the world. your entire existence is defined by your response.

I work in Deerfield - we got the notice at about 3:30 today. At least 24 hours without running water but most likely 48. They better be bringing in coffee from somewhere...

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Jackref,
Love your Heenan quote. The guy was the best!

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favrefan said:"Chris Coghlan isn't gonna pay your rent, Jimmy."

He is the best. But technically that's a Drop In quote

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