Austin Pets Alive! in need of bottled water for dogs, cats

AUSTIN, Texas - Austin Pets Alive! is asking for donations of bottled water for their dogs and cats.

APA! says that while the citywide boil water notice is in place in Austin, they are asking the public to consider dropping off bottled water at their clinic.

Water can be dropped off on Feb. 6 before 6 p.m. in front of the clinic at 1156 W. Cesar Chavez, Bldg C.

Citywide boil water notice in effect

Austin Water has issued a city-wide precautionary boil water notice due to issues with one of its water treatment plants. Any water recovered from plumbing systems should be boiled before drinking or cooking with it following the guidelines.

In addition to the boil water notice, Austin Water has issued emergency water use restrictions, effective immediately, to ensure water is available for firefighting and basic needs.

Austin Water addresses precautionary Citywide Boil Water Notice

The Director of Austin Water says a treatment process upset is the cause behind the boil water notice. Bottled Water distribution locations will start tonight. The notice is expected to last two days.