High Nitrate Levels Detected In Fairview Water System

City officials in Fairview have sent out a warning that high levels of nitrate were detected in the city's water system.

Officials said parents should not give tap water to children six months old or younger due to health concerns.

Pregnant women, or those with underlying health conditions, may want to consult their doctors before drinking.

"Adults and children older than six months can drink tap water," a notice issued by city officials said. "Nitrate is a concern for infants because they can't process nitrate in the the same way adults can."

According to the notice, the city said a water sample collected on Feb. 24 contained a nitrate level of 11 mg/L. The maximum amount of nitrate considered to be acceptable is 10 mg/L.

The city said boiling has no effect on nitrate level, as when the water is evaporated it leaves behind a higher nitrate level.