** CITY WATER IS SAFE **

Watseka Mayor Bob Harwood is clarifying what he says is false information circulating about the city's drinking water.

The mayor issued a statement (Thursday) saying the City of Watseka is aware of erroneous and irresponsible information posted on social media concerning the drinking water in the city.

A post made June 30th stated the city water supply was contaminated with ecoli. That same day, the mayor said, three samples were taken and sent to an independent lab. Those samples came back free of any contaminants. Yesterday (Thursday), another post on social media suggested the water was contaminated with ebola; the mayor said it was another erroneous and irresponsible post.

The public supply of drinking water in Watseka is safe for human consumption and there is no cause for concern.

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