KCPQ-TV
MERCER ISLAND, Wash -- A boil order for Mercer Island was lifted Monday morning after a weekend E. Coli scare.
City officials said water samples collected Saturday had been analyzed and were clear of E Coli.
Authorities said restaurants may reopen following a step-by-step process including flushing their pipes.
“We are gratified to bring this potentially serious incident to an end, and we thank all residents for their sacrifices and food-service establishments for their willingness to cooperate for the health of the community,” said City Manager Noel Treat in a written statement.
Residents are being asked to follow these steps:
The boil advisory was issued Saturday afternoon after routine tests came back positive for E Coli.
School was closed Monday due to the advisory. Many store shelves were also bare of fresh produce and bottled water.
Inspectors were expected to begin inspecting restaurants Monday morning.