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NEW ORLEANS – The precautionary boil water advisory for the East Bank of New Orleans has been lifted.

Water in the area has been deemed safe from bacterial contaminants and is safe to consume again.

Residents are advised to flush their internal and external plumbing by running water through their system for several minutes according to NOLA Ready.