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Friday, Jan 12, 2024 - 11:47 am
Alexandria Utility System Prepares for Predicted Winter Weather Event Early Next Week Alexandria, La. (January 12, 2024) —Alexandria Utility System crews from all departments are preparing for the Winter Weather Event forecast for early next week. Based on current forecasts, the greatest risk appears to be extreme cold for about 48 hours beginning mid-day Monday. As a result, unprotected water pipes are subject to freezing and bursting overnight Monday and Tuesday nights. Residents are encouraged to prepare now with these simple steps: Check sprinkler or irrigation systems now. Make sure...
Monday, Jan 8, 2024 - 11:30 am
FOR IMMEDIATE STAFF USE AND DISTRIBUTION January 7, 2024Office of the Alexandria MayorAlexandria, Louisiana BOIL ADVISORY ISSUED FOR DETROIT AVENUE Alexandria, Louisiana— Repairs to a 6-inch water main on DETROIT AVE has resulted in the need for a boil water advisory, according to Luis Saucier, Assistant Superintendent of Water Department. Because water pressure was lost during the repair process, the water in the affected area may have been compromised. As a precaution, the Alexandria Water Department is issuing a boil advisory effective immediately. This...
Monday, Jan 8, 2024 - 10:59 am
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 7, 2024 Olcutt Street Boil Advisory LiftedWater tests clean Alexandria, La. (January 7, 2024)—The boil advisory issued Saturday, January 6, 2024 for Olcutt Street is now lifted. Repairs to a 6 inch water main made by COA personnel resulted in the need for a boil water advisory. The State of Louisiana has tested the water, and the results of the tests are clear, according to Assistant Water Superintendent Luis Saucier. The Alexandria Water Department has lifted the boil advisory for businesses and residents located in the area described below: All the properties...
Tuesday, Dec 12, 2023 - 1:38 pm
Overton Street Boil Advisory LiftedWater tests clean Alexandria, La. (December 12, 2023)—The boil advisory issued Monday, December 11,2023 for Overton Street is now lifted. Repairs to an 8 inch water main made by COA personnel resulted in the need for a boil water advisory. The State of Louisiana has tested the water, and the results of the tests are clear, according to Assistant Water Superintendent Luis Saucier. The Alexandria Water Department has lifted the boil advisory for businesses and residents located in the area described below: All the properties along Overton Street. (Please see...
Tuesday, Dec 12, 2023 - 8:08 am
BOIL ADVISORY ISSUED FOR Overton Street Alexandria, Louisiana— Repairs to an 8-inch water main on Overton Street has resulted in the need for a boil water advisory, according to Luis Saucier, Assistant Superintendent of Water Department. Because water pressure was lost during the repair process, the water in the affected area may have been compromised. As a precaution, the Alexandria Water Department is issuing a boil advisory effective immediately. This boil advisory is to remain in effect until otherwise noted. The boil water advisory is issued for customers located in the...
Thursday, Nov 30, 2023 - 2:27 pm
The Alexandria Fire Department responded to three building fires within the last twenty-four hours. On November 29, 2023, at 11:03 AM, the Alexandria Fire Department was dispatched to the La Quinta Inn and Suites on West Calhoun Drive in reference to a hotel room on fire. The fire was brought under control by the building’s fire protection system. The first arriving firefighters verified the fire was contained while other firefighters assisted the occupants in evacuation. Once the situation was determined to be safe, the scene was released, and the investigation revealed an electrical issue...
Tuesday, Nov 28, 2023 - 3:06 pm
Ball Lane Boil Advisory LiftedWater tests clean Alexandria, La. (November 28, 2023)—The boil advisory issued Monday, November 27, 2023, for Ball Lane is now lifted. Repairs to a 6 inch water main made by COA personnel resulted in the need for a boil water advisory. The State of Louisiana has tested the water, and the results of the tests are clear, according to Assistant Water Superintendent Luis Saucier. The Alexandria Water Department has lifted the boil advisory for businesses and residents located in the area described below: All the properties along Ball Lane (Please see attached detail...
Wednesday, Nov 15, 2023 - 2:54 pm
Hwy 28 West Boil Advisory LiftedWater tests clean Alexandria, La. (November 15, 2023)—The boil advisory issued Monday, November 13, 2023, for Hwy 28 West is now lifted. Repairs to a 16 inch water main made by COA personnel resulted in the need for a boil water advisory. The State of Louisiana has tested the water, and the results of the tests are clear, according to Assistant Water Superintendent Luis Saucier. The Alexandria Water Department has lifted the boil advisory for businesses and residents located in the area described below: All the properties along Hwy 28 West. (Please see attached...
Tuesday, Nov 14, 2023 - 8:01 am
BOIL ADVISORY ISSUED FOR HWY 28 W Alexandria, Louisiana— Repairs to a 16-inch water main on HWY 28 W has resulted in the need for a boil water advisory, according to Luis Saucier, Assistant Superintendent of Water Department. Because water pressure was lost during the repair process, the water in the affected area may have been compromised. As a precaution, the Alexandria Water Department is issuing a boil advisory effective immediately. This boil advisory is to remain in effect until otherwise noted. The boil water advisory is issued for customers located in the area described...
Sunday, Nov 12, 2023 - 10:20 am
Late Friday evening, Alexandria Utility System Water Department personnel discovered a significant leak in the 16” water main serving homes and businesses on the south side of LA Hwy. 28 West. After significant discussion, it was determined the leak could not be safely repaired without temporarily interrupting water service to homes and businesses in the vicinity. Beginning at 7:00 PM, Monday, November 13, 2023 the 16” main along Hwy. 28 West between John Eskew Drive and McKeithen Drive will temporarily be taken out of service so permanent repairs can be made; repairs are expected to be...