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The village of Fredonia announced Tuesday morning that the boil-water order has been officially lifted. Following extensive testing and consultation with the Chautauqua County Department of Health and New York State Department of Health, the water supply has been confirmed safe for consumption and all other normal uses.

Residents and businesses may now resume drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, and using tap water without boiling.

In a news release from the county, it noted that turbidity in the distribution system has returned to acceptable levels. Village officials and the Health Department are asking Village of Fredonia water customers to conserve water when possible. Turbidity levels at the water treatment plant are currently in acceptable ranges. However, a large increase in demand could disrupt the balance that has recently been restored to water treatment plant operations.

The village recommends residents:

— Flush household pipes and ice makers by running cold water for several minutes.

— Discard any ice made during the boil-water advisory.

— Replace water filters as recommended by manufacturers.

The boil-order was put in place one week ago and led to five water distribution drives at the Fredonia Fire Department. It was the sixth boil order for users in 30 months and 10th since July 2009.