11/19/2025
‼️FYI. Boil Water Advisory is in effect for portions of the Cape Girardeau area due to a construction incident this morning.
A precautionary boil water advisory is in effect for 14,000 Cape Girardeau addresses through Nov. 21 at 9:15 a.m. Affected properties are displayed on these maps with a list of addresses available here: https://cocg.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/5db2c45d33234859accaf7f9eccc40ae
There is no known contamination, but water safety testing and verification can take 24-48 hours. An advisory is required due to a drop in pressure.
Those previously registered will receive a text, phone, or email notification. You can register here for future notifications at cityofcape.org/getalerts
Use only bottled water or water that has been boiled for 3-5 minutes then cooled for drinking, washing dishes, washing fruits/vegetables, making ice cubes, or brushing teeth.
The City was notified this morning of a construction incident that resulted in a temporary drop in system pressure and the issuance of a boil water advisory. At this time, our primary focus is on ensuring the safety and reliability of the water supply for all residents. City staff and the contractor involved are cooperating fully to restore normal operations as quickly and safely as possible. We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding while water system upgrades continue.
FAQ and an additional interactive map https://www.cityofcapegirardeau.org/departments/public_works/Water/emergency_resources
