Moline, Illinois – A major water main break near 38th Avenue is prompting a boil order and traffic detours across a large section of Moline on Wednesday.
According to the City of Moline’s Utilities Department, crews are repairing a significant water main break impacting an area bounded roughly by 38th Avenue and 16th Street. Officials said residents within the highlighted red zone on the city’s live Boil Order Map must boil water for at least five minutes before drinking or using it for food preparation.
The city is advising drivers to use alternate routes to avoid delays while repair crews work in the area. The advisory will remain in effect until further notice.
City officials emphasized the boil order is precautionary. Residents can view the affected area through the city’s online boil order map. Updates are also being distributed through Moline’s “Daupler” text notification system for Utilities and Public Works alerts.
Officials noted that temporary water discoloration may occur following repairs due to harmless sediment stirred up in pipes. To clear lines, residents are advised to start at the lowest sink in the building, run cold water slowly until it clears — typically three to five minutes — and then move upward floor by floor before shutting faucets off in the same order.
For students, young workers, and commuters traveling through the 38th Avenue corridor, minor delays are possible during peak hours.
City officials thanked residents for their patience as crews complete the repairs.
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