Further testing that came in on Saturday showed toxin levels are decreasing in Mattoon's water supply after an algal bloom ...

While the levels have significantly decreased because of the treatment activities, the toxin levels are still over the recommended limit and the do not drink order will continue.

Following water sample results from the IEPA, the water in Mattoon is still under a “do not drink” order. In a press release from Mattoon Fire Chief Jeff Hilligoss, the water sampled by the IEPA on ...

The Illinois EPA has obtained samples of Mattoon’s water containing a harmful algae bloom, and the results will be provided Saturday afternoon. In an updated press release from the Mattoon Fire ...