Boil Order Issued for Parts of Hickory Hills After Water Valve Failure

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The city of Hickory Hills, Illinois has issued a boil water advisory for some residents after a pressure valve failure caused low water pressure in the affected area east of 82nd Avenue. Officials are advising residents in the impacted zone to boil tap water for at least 5 minutes before using it for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, or washing food.

Why it matters

Boil orders are issued when there is a risk of contamination to the public water supply, often due to a mechanical failure or infrastructure issue. This is an important public health measure to ensure the safety of the water until testing can confirm it is potable.

The details

The boil order was put in place after a pressure valve failure caused low water pressure in the area east of 82nd Avenue in Hickory Hills. Residents in the affected zone are being told to boil their tap water for a minimum of 5 minutes before using it for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, or washing food. The water is still safe for showering, handwashing, laundry, and general cleaning.

• The boil order was issued on Sunday, April 5, 2026.

What’s next

The boil order will remain in effect until testing confirms the water is safe to drink, which could take up to 24 hours.