(Massena, Iowa) – A semi tractor-trailer load of bottled water was delivered to Massena this (Friday) morning, while the city remains under a Boil Order. The water was donated by the Atlantic Hy-Vee Store. City officials in Massena are asking residents to please come to area near City Hall and take no more than two cases to start, so that everyone may have the water who needs it.

The Boil Order, which was issued Thursday, remains in effect until further notice. The Order was issued after a chemical pump malfunctioned, causing chlorine residual levels to become low. The city has replaced the chlorine injection pump, and the affected area is being disinfected and flushed.

Photo courtesy Cass County EMA/ Mike Kennon,

Bottled water may be used as an alternative to boiling the tap water, when used for drinking, cooking and/or food preparation, as well as brushing teeth.