New Jersey American Water has issued a boil water advisory for nine towns following a loss of water pressure from a transmission main leak along Possumtown Road in Piscataway.

The towns included in the advisory are Clark, Dunellen, Edison, Green Brook, Linden, Middlesex, Piscataway, Roselle and South Plainfield.

Residents in these towns are urged to boil their water for one minute and allow it to cool before drinking; preparing foods; mixing baby formula, food, juices or drinks; washing vegetables and fruit; cooking; making ice; brushing teeth, and washing dishes. Residents may also use bottled water.

Any New Jersey American Water customer with questions about the advisory may call 1-800-272-1325.