  | Boil Water Advisory |
PUBLIC NOTICE TO BOIL WATER
City of Winnsboro, Texas | PWS ID: TX2500002 Date: January 28, 2026
Due to a water main break, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required the City of Winnsboro public water system to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption.
Children, seniors, and people with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria; all customers should follow these directions:
🛑 REQUIRED ACTIONS
To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to use.
• Boiling: Bring water to a vigorous rolling boil for two (2) minutes.
• Alternative: In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from another suitable source.
💧 DURATION
Public water system officials will notify customers when the water is safe for consumption. Once the boil water notice is no longer in effect, the system will issue a rescission notice in a manner similar to this one.
📞 CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions, please contact:
• City Hall: 903-342-3654
• Office Address: 501 S Main St, Winnsboro, TX 75494
Please share this information with others who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (e.g., people in apartments, schools, and businesses).
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