Boil water notices rescinded in parts of Cherokee County

CHEROKEE COUNTY — Gum Creek Water Supply has rescinded a boil water notice, joining nearby Gallatin Water Supply Corporation, which dropped its notice Wednesday. In issuing the notices, officials cited many customer leaks and/or continual running of faucets during the freeze — with water usage exceeding reserves and causing system-wide outages. Officials say the water is now safe for consumption for both Gum Creek and Gallatin customers. Gum Creek Water Supply serves an area west of Jacksonville. Gallatin is located roughly between Jacksonville and Rusk.