The City of Marion has issued a boil water order effective immediately for the south end of town. The area affected with include water customers south of Bellville Street. The order is until further notice.
City Administrator Mark Bryant said a sample of water tested badly today, forcing the boil water order. He said it will be at until about noon Friday before the city knows if it can lift the order.
Water for drinking and cooking should be boiled for at least three minutes before use.
