The Nelsonville Water Department has canceled the boil order for all of Mill Street. We would like to thank the residents affected by this incident for their patience and understanding.
July 2016
Nelsonville BOIL ORDER for all of Mill St until further notice, take precautions to boil your water!
The Nelsonville Water Department announces that a boil order has been issued for all of Mill Street until further notice.
Boil orders are put into place as a result of broken water lines or local flooding. When this happens, the drinking water may have been contaminated which can cause many illnesses.
Here are some tips to keep in mind, should you find yourself in this situation:
- Bring water to a full boil, and boil for three minutes prior to use.
- Use only boiled water for drinking, preparing food or baby formula.
- To improve the flat taste of boiled water, keep cold in refrigerator.
- Put a cup over your faucets as a reminder to not use tap water – not even to brush your teeth!
- Instead of boiling water, you can disinfect water by adding one teaspoon unscented chlorine laundry bleach for every five gallons of water. Let stand 30 minutes before using.
- Be sure to use sanitized food grade containers for storing water.
- To disinfect water storage containers, pour a solution of one tablespoon of unscented chlorine bleach to a gallon of water into a container. Let the solution remain in the container for 10 minutes, then pour out the solution. Rinse with purified water.
- Boiled or disinfected water can be stored for six months.
- Dispose of ice cubes.
- When washing dishes, make sure to sterilize dishes with a final dip in water that has one teaspoon of unscented household bleach per gallon of water. Disposable tableware is an option during a boil order.
- It is also recommend you sanitize hands when washing. Again use one teaspoon of unscented household bleach per gallon of water and rinse hand frequently by pouring rinse over the hands. Use paper towels to dry.
- Water for bathing doesn’t need to be boiled. Supervise children to avoid water being ingested.
Nelsonville Dorr Run Rd, 150ft North of Lengyel LN CLOSED Thu, 7/14 8AM to 3PM, use an alternate route
The Nelsonville Street Department announces that Dorr Run Road will be closed Thursday, July 14, 2016, 150 feet North of Lengyel Lane for culvert repair from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Please use an alternate route.
Nelsonville Aquatic Center free swim day to covers first 50 people, Sat, 7/16, 12noon to 7PM, so come early!
The Nelsonville Aquatic Center has received a donation from the Knights of Pythias Valley Lodge No. 169, Nelsonville Ohio, for a free swim day on Saturday, July 16, 2016 from 12 noon-7:00pm. This free swim day covers the first 50 people, so come early!
Nelsonville intersection of College St and Oak St CLOSED Mon, 7/11/16, 8AM to 3PM, please use an alternate route
The Nelsonville Street Department announces that the intersection of College Street and Oak Street will be closed Monday, July 11, 2016 from 8:00am-3:00pm for pavement repairs. Please use an alternate route.
Nelsonville City Council meeting Mon, 7/11, 7PM, public is invited and encouraged to attend
The Nelsonville City Council will hold a regular Council meeting on Monday, July 11, 2016 at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers at City Hall. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.
Athens Co outdoor emergency warning sirens in Nelsonville, The Plains, New Marshfield will be tested 12 noon Wed, 7/6
The outdoor emergency warning sirens in Nelsonville, The Plains and New Marshfield will be tested at 12 noon on Wednesday, July 6, 2016, with a one minute sounding of the sirens. Local residents are asked not to call local emergency agencies inquiring why the sirens are sounding.
The outdoor warning siren system is normally tested on the first Wednesday of every month at 12:00 p.m. The monthly test will be cancelled if severe weather is threatening. If severe weather cancels the test it will be postponed until the next month. There are three conditions that result in the warning sirens being activated in Athens County.
- Severe Weather
- When the National Weather Service initiates a Tornado Warning for an area that includes areas of Athens County.
- When the National Weather Service initiates a Severe Thunderstorm Warning (winds 58+ mph, large hail, severe lightening and heavy rains), for an area that includes areas of Athens County.
- When there is an actual enemy or terrorist attack against the United States has been detected and is threatening areas of Athens County and protective action should be taken immediately.
- When a public safety emergency occurs the sirens will be used to alert the public of emergencies such as hazardous materials incidents and civil disturbances.
When the outdoor warning sirens are sounded for an emergency they will be activated for five minutes. When you hear the warning sirens you should do the following;
- DO NOT CALL 9-1-1 to ask why the sirens are sounding as this can overload the 9-1-1 emergency response system.
- Remember, outdoor warning sirens are just that, out-door warning. The sirens are meant to be heard outside to signal you to go indoors and tune your radio or television station to the local Emergency Alert System (EAS) Station. As homes continue to become more energy efficient and sound proofing enhanced, outdoor warning sirens that once could be heard decades ago inside of a home can no longer be heard. That’s why other means of warning are in place.
- Go immediately to a safe area in your home or building, if high winds, severe thunder and lightning are present.
- If you are outside away from possible shelter, lie flat on the ground away from trees until the storm passes. If in a vehicle, get out and find a more substantial structure.
- Carry a battery operated radio or NOAA all hazard alert radio to your safe area. You will know when the storm or emergency has passed and when it is clear to leave your safe area.
- The Athens County SIRENS DO NOT identify specific types of storms or emergencies, therefore you should immediately seek shelter and tune to local television or radio for further information.
The Thunder in the Valley Fireworks Spectacular in Nelsonville, Ohio is still scheduled to begin at 10 PM tonight 7/4
The Thunder in the Valley Fireworks Spectacular in Nelsonville, Ohio is still scheduled to begin at 10 PM tonight July 4th. Please do not call Nelsonville Emergency telephone numbers to check on the status of the fireworks. If the fireworks are canceled due to weather, notification will be made to the public as soon as possible. Thank you for cooperation.
ATHENS CO FLASH FLOOD WATCH 4AM, MON 7/4 TO 4AM TUE 7/5, WATCH FOR CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS!
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A FLASH FLOOD WATCH FOR ATHENS COUNTY FROM 4AM MONDAY, 7/4 UNTIL 4AM TUESDAY, 7/5.
THE POSSIBILITY OF REPETITIVE SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS EXIST DURING THE WATCH TIME FRAME. AS IS USUAL WITH SUMMER CONVECTION, THERE WILL BE LULLS IN THE PRECIPITATION. IF RAINS OF 2 TO 2.5 INCHES FALL IN LESS THAN 3 HOURS, SMALL STREAMS AND CREEKS WOULD RISE QUICKLY.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS:
A FLASH FLOOD WATCH MEANS THAT CONDITIONS MAY DEVELOP THAT LEAD TO FLASH FLOODING. FLASH FLOODING IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION.
IF YOU LIVE ALONG A FLOOD PRONE SMALL CREEK, PLUS COUNTY AND STATE OFFICIALS, INCREASE YOUR WEATHER AWARENESS. MONITOR WATER LEVELS FREQUENTLY DURING ANY HEAVIER RAIN. BE PREPARED TO TAKE QUICK ACTION.
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