Why would the City issue a Precautionary Boil Water Notice?

Boil Water Notices may be issued because of water system loss of power, loss of water pressure, a water main (pipe) break or other unforeseen emergency. The notice does not mean that the water is contaminated, but it is possible for impurities to enter the pipes and affect drinking water. As a precaution, it is important to disinfect tap water before consuming it to kill any impurities or use bottled water.

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1. What is a Precautionary Boil Water Notice?
2. Why would the City issue a Precautionary Boil Water Notice?
3. How can I disinfect drinking water if a Precautionary Boil Water Notice is issued?
4. Since this is a precautionary measure, will I get sick if I drink the water? What if I drank some water before I found out about the advisory?
5. Do I still need to boil my water if I have a filter system on my faucet or refrigerator?
6. Is it safe to still wash dishes, do laundry, and bathe?
7. How long will the Precautionary Boil Water Notice be in effect?
8. How will I know when the Precautionary Boil water Notice has been lifted?
9. Is there anything I must do after the Precautionary Boil Water Notice is lifted?