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U.S. Constitution Does Not Guarantee Right to Clean Water, Fifth Circuit Rules
A federal appeals court ruled on September 5, 2026, that the U.S. Constitution does not guarantee a right to clean drinking water. This decision affirmed the dismissal of a civil rights lawsuit brought by residents of Jackson, Mississippi. The lawsuit concerned widespread lead contamination in the municipal water supply, which residents reportedly faced for years.
Wastewater discharge in Keokuk reaches Mississippi River
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a wastewater bypass at the City of Keokuk in Lee County. This discharge has reached the Mississippi River, indicating a potential microbiological and chemical contamination event.
Boil Water Advisory
The City of Florence, SC, has issued a Boil Water Advisory for its residents. This advisory is a precautionary measure due to an unspecified incident affecting the water system. Residents are advised to boil all water used for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth until further notice. Update (WMBF News, 11.09.2026, 17:45): The advisory affects the Spaulding Heights Neighborhood due to a water main break at High Hampton Road and Rocky Way Drive, which caused a loss of water pressure. This creates a potential for bacteriological contamination, though none is confirmed. Residents should boil tap water vigorously for one minute.
Boil Water Advisory
The Village of Capac Water System has issued a boil water advisory due to a loss of pressure caused by a water main break on August 12, 2026. This incident may have led to bacterial contamination. Residents must boil all water for one minute before use for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and preparing food until further notice. The water department is working to restore pressure and conducting water quality tests. All-clear (watereport.com, 12.09.2026, 15:20): The advisory was issued on August 1, 2026. It was automatically marked as resolved on September 9, 2026, without an official all-clear from the utility.
Linton Water customers could be placed under boil order Tuesday
The Linton Water Department is scheduled to perform critical maintenance on Tuesday evening. This could potentially place customers under a precautionary boil advisory until Thursday, September 10. Update (1027WBOB, 10.09.2026, 13:40): The advisory would potentially last until Thursday, September 10, 2026.
CFPUA schedules boil water advisory for Lewis Creek area
Die Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) hat eine vorsorgliche Abkochverfügung für etwa 400 Kunden im Bereich Lewis Creek und Lewis Landing Avenue in Wilmington, NC, angeordnet. Dies beginnt am Dienstag, den 8. September um 10 Uhr, während CFPUA-Mitarbeiter eine Wasserleitungsverbindung durchführen. Kunden müssen Wasser mindestens eine Minute lang abkochen, bevor sie es konsumieren, da geringer Druck das Eindringen von Bakterien in das Wassersystem fördern kann. Update (watereport.com, 12.09.2026, 13:25): NONE.NONE.
Harmful Algal Blooms Observed in Chautauqua and Findley Lakes
The Chautauqua County Public Health Department reports localized harmful algal blooms (HABs) in Chautauqua Lake and Findley Lake. Residents and visitors are advised not to drink untreated lake water due to potential toxins from blue-green algae. Other precautions include avoiding contact with the blooms and keeping children and pets away from affected areas.
Lawmakers vote to release $10M from PFAS contamination settlement
Wisconsin lawmakers voted on September 1, 2026, to release $10 million from a settlement with Tyco Fire Products. These funds are designated to address widespread PFAS contamination in drinking water in northeastern Wisconsin, particularly in the Marinette and Peshtigo communities, providing for testing and safe water sources. The contamination originated from Tyco's fire training center, which allegedly failed to report toxic PFAS discharges for years. Update (ironmountaindailynews.com, 09.09.2026, 09:35): Funds are released from the Wisconsin PFAS trust fund and stem from a 2022 lawsuit against Tyco Fire Products. Aid will specifically fund deep wells and in-home treatment systems.
Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Issued for Northern Grand Blanc Township
The Genesee County Drain Commissioner’s Office, Division of Water and Waste Services (GCDC–WWS), has issued a precautionary boil water advisory for Northern Grand Blanc Township and the southern portion of the City of Burton, Michigan. This advisory, posted on August 13, 2026, follows an equipment failure causing low pressure in some localized watermains. Residents and businesses must boil all water for one minute or use bottled water for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice.
‘It’s kind of scary’: Lead detected in pipes impacting hundreds of Oconomowoc homes
Lead has been detected in water pipes impacting hundreds of homes in Oconomowoc, causing concern among residents about their drinking water. The presence of lead in infrastructure poses a significant health risk to the affected households.
Boil Water Advisory Issued for the Reno Co. RWD #8, Reno County
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Reno Co. RWD #8 public water supply system in Reno County. This advisory, effective September 5, 2026, was issued due to a waterline break causing a loss of pressure in the distribution system. Customers are advised to boil water for one minute before drinking or food preparation until further notice.
Boil water advisory issued for mobile home park near St. George
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Walnut Grove, LLC, public water supply near St. George in Pottawatomie County. The advisory, which took effect Monday, September 7, 2026, was issued due to equipment failure causing a loss of pressure, risking bacterial contamination. Residents are advised to boil water for one minute before drinking or food preparation until further notice. All-clear (WIBW, 15.09.2026, 20:00): The boil water advisory has been lifted as of Tuesday morning. Laboratory testing confirmed no bacteriological contamination, and all conditions that placed the system at risk are now resolved.
PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE
A PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE has been issued for City of Tarpon Springs water customers located south of the Anclote River. This is due to a brief low-pressure issue experienced on 9/3/26 during routine maintenance of the potable water system. Customers are advised to boil water for at least one full minute before use or use bottled water, and the notice will remain in effect for at least 24 hours.
Boil Water Notice – September, 2026
The Cazadero Water Company has issued a Boil Water Notice for its customers in Cazadero, California, effective September 2026. This notice advises residents to boil all water used for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth due to potential contamination risks. The notice was published on September 1, 2026.
Boil Water Advisory for Green-Taylor Water District
A Boil Water Advisory is in effect for consumers of Green-Taylor Water District in specific areas of Summersville and Green County, including Hodgenville Road and surrounding lanes. This advisory was issued due to main line water repairs, which create a potential for bacteriological contamination. Residents in the affected areas must boil all water for drinking and cooking for 3 minutes until further notice.
NSB Public Service Announcement – Kaktovik – Do Not Drink Water Notice
Die North Slope Borough hat am 5. September 2026 eine „Do Not Drink“-Anweisung für Kaktovik, Alaska, herausgegeben, nachdem Ethylen Glykol im kommunalen Wassersystem nachgewiesen wurde. Bewohner sollen eine alternative Wasserquelle für Trink- und Verbrauchsaktivitäten nutzen, da Abkochen das Wasser NICHT sicher macht. Die Gemeinde mobilisiert Notfall-Trinkwasserlieferungen und untersucht die Quelle und das Ausmaß der Kontamination.
ACTIVE PRECAUTIONARY BOIL-WATER NOTICE Hi-Cliff Estates area · Marion County
Marion County Utilities issued a precautionary boil-water notice for specific NE 51st Avenue addresses in the Hi-Cliff Estates area after a water-main break and valve installation. Affected customers should boil water for one minute or use bottled water until the notice is rescinded. No contamination has been confirmed.
Schumer warns Pentagon delayed key Calverton PFAS investigation by more than a decade
Senator Chuck Schumer warns that the Pentagon has significantly delayed a crucial PFAS investigation at the former Grumman site in Calverton, New York, with projected completion now pushed to April 2039. Groundwater contamination with high levels of PFAS, linked to firefighting foam, has been detected since 2016, with many readings exceeding state drinking water standards. Schumer and local officials demand an accelerated cleanup, expanded testing, and acceptance of local data to address the spreading plume.
Boil-Water Notices Issued Following Marion County Water Main Breaks
Precautionary boil-water notices were issued for residents in the Silver Springs Shores area and Spruce Creek South in Marion County following two separate water-main breaks on Monday. Affected customers should boil water used for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth until officials confirm safety after testing.
Judge rules Chemours is legally responsible for trespassing in dumping "forever chemicals" into Cape Fear River
A federal judge has ruled Chemours legally responsible for illegally dumping toxic "forever chemicals" into the Cape Fear River since 1980 from its Fayetteville Works plant. This ruling impacts drinking water across New Hanover, Bladen, Brunswick, Cumberland, and Pender counties in North Carolina. A jury trial is scheduled for next March to determine compensation for the affected residents.
CFPUA issues boil water advisory for Lewis Creek, Lewis Landing area
The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) has issued a precautionary boil water advisory for approximately 400 customers in parts of New Hanover County, N.C., starting September 8 at 10 a.m. The affected areas include The Palisades at Lewis Creek community, Lewis Landing Avenue, Bratton Court, Ballaster Drive, Branch Row, Creek Bend Terrace, Runaway Bay, Grey Cliff Run, Killdeer Lane, Oyster Reef Run, Dove Shell Way, and Mangrove Place. Customers are advised to boil their water for one minute and allow it to cool before consumption, or use an alternative water source.
Marana Town Council discusses potential litigation over PFAS water contamination
The Marana Town Council is set to discuss potential litigation to recover costs for cleaning up local water contaminated with perfluorinated compounds (PFAS) and 1,4-dioxane. This signals the town may be preparing to sue a responsible party for the 'forever chemicals' contamination, which requires expensive remediation. Update (watereport.com, 09.09.2026, 07:25): Residents are advised not to drink tap water due to active chemical contamination where limits have been exceeded.
Tucson completes major expansion to treat forever chemicals
Tucson Water hat ein 25 Millionen US-Dollar teures Erweiterungsprojekt in der Tucson Airport Remediation Project (TARP) Anlage abgeschlossen, um per- und polyfluorierte Alkylsubstanzen (PFAS) zu behandeln. Diese Maßnahme adressiert eine langjährige Kontamination: Über die letzte Dekade wurden 30 von etwa 40 betroffenen Brunnen aufgrund von PFAS-Detektionen stillgelegt oder in Notbereitschaft versetzt, und die TARP-Anlage selbst wurde 2021 vorübergehend geschlossen, wodurch behandeltes Wasser aus der Trinkwasserversorgung genommen wurde. Die Erweiterung zielt darauf ab, kritische lokale Grundwasserressourcen zu schützen und wiederherzustellen, um zukünftig potenziell behandeltes Wasser wieder ins Trinkwassersystem einzuspeisen. Update (tucsondailybrief.com, 04.09.2026, 23:25): The expanded facility on Tucson's west side also treats Trichloroethylene (TCE) contamination and completes the Tucson Airport Remediation Project. Funding for this expansion was provided by the American Rescue Plan Act.
EPA Extends Public Comment Period for Hopewell Precision Superfund Site Cleanup Proposal
Die U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hat die Frist für öffentliche Kommentare zu ihrem vorgeschlagenen aktualisierten Grundwasserreinigungsplan am Hopewell Precision Superfund-Standort in Dutchess County, New York, bis zum 28. September 2026 verlängert. Der Standort war zuvor mit flüchtigen organischen Verbindungen (VOCs) kontaminiert, was zur Anbindung betroffener Haushalte an die öffentliche Wasserversorgung führte. Der Plan beinhaltet weiterhin Grundwasserüberwachung und Maßnahmen zur Verhinderung der Exposition gegenüber kontaminiertem Grundwasser, einschließlich der Begrenzung der Nutzung nicht-kommunaler Wasserquellen und der Anordnung von Tests für private Wasserquellen außerhalb des kommunalen Systems.
Hastings sues 3M over ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
The city of Hastings, Minnesota, is suing 3M over the contamination of its public drinking water wells with PFAS, commonly known as 'forever chemicals.' The lawsuit alleges that PFOA from 3M's Cottage Grove facility leached into Hastings' wells, necessitating the construction of costly water treatment plants to meet new federal standards. Update (FOX 9, 05.09.2026, 13:26): Five public drinking water wells are affected in the city serving 23,000 residents. Treatment plants are estimated to cost tens of millions of dollars, and the lawsuit was filed in late August 2026 in Dakota County District Court.
RIDOH and DEM Recommend Avoiding Contact with Roger Williams Park Ponds
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and Department of Environmental Management (DEM) advise people to avoid contact with Roosevelt Lake and Pleasure Lake at Roger Williams Park in Providence due to harmful algae blooms (HABs). All recreational activities are considered high risk, and people should not drink untreated water or eat fish from these waterbodies. This advisory remains in effect until further notice.
Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Sylvan Grove, Lincoln County
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Sylvan Grove public water supply system in Lincoln County. This advisory, effective September 1, 2026, is due to a waterline break causing a loss of pressure, which puts the system at risk of bacterial contamination. Customers are advised to boil water for one minute before consumption or food preparation.
Boil Water Order Issued for Portion of Valley Springs Waterworks System
A precautionary boil water order has been issued for a portion of the Valley Springs Waterworks system, impacting customers in Marion and Boone counties, specifically from north of Tennyson Loop to Harps Food Store. This measure follows a construction-related water line break on Monday morning that may have compromised water quality. Residents are advised to boil tap water for at least one minute before use for drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth until further notice. All-clear (watereport.com, 09.09.2026, 11:25): The order was lifted on September 5, 2026.
PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE
The City of Lynn Haven has issued a Precautionary Boil Water Notice for specific addresses on Delaware and E. 9th Street. This notice follows a temporary water service interruption due to an unexpected 2-inch water main break on September 3, 2026. Affected customers must boil all water for consumption purposes until bacteriological testing confirms its safety.
BOIL WATER ADVISORY UPDATE
The boil water advisory for Jewel Street and Rose Street in Russell Springs, KY, has been expanded to include West Highway 80 (from Tonkin Drive to the Adair County line), Gentry Mill Road (from Woodland Drive to Highway 80), and Shepherd Drive (from Sherry Lane to the end of the road). Residents in these expanded areas must boil all water for at least 3 minutes before use for drinking and cooking. The advisory will remain in effect until further notice.
Boil Water Advisory 09-01-2026
The Southern Madison Water District has issued a boil water advisory for all houses on Appalachian Court, Sandy Lane, and Slate Lick Road. Customers in these areas should boil all water used for drinking or food preparation for 3 to 5 minutes. The advisory is effective September 1, 2026, and will remain in effect until further notice.
Water Pressure and Storage Levels Returning to Normal, Water Main Repairs Complete
The City of Yukon utility crews have completed repairs following a water main break that previously impacted system water pressure across the city. While water pressure is now fully restored, the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality recommends, as a precaution, to boil water for 72 hours after repairs, which concluded around 8:00 PM on September 3, 2026. Residents are also asked to continue temporary water conservation through Sunday evening. All-clear (City of Yukon, OK, 07.09.2026, 15:25): The boil water advisory has been officially lifted as of September 6, 2026, and normal water use may now resume for all residents and businesses. No water contamination was found during the incident. Update (City of Yukon, 07.09.2026, 15:30): The advisory was issued due to leaks and a loss of pressure in the water towers. Update (okcfox.com, 09.09.2026, 23:35): The incident was caused by multiple watermain breaks due to pipe deterioration attributed to erosion of surrounding shale.
Boil water advisory remains in effect on St. Croix due to E. coli contamination
The entire island of St. Croix remains under an active boil water advisory after a routine water sample collected from the distribution system at Frederiksted dock tested positive for Total Coliform and E. coli. A follow-up sample collected on August 26 also remained positive, leading to the advisory which is still in effect until further notice according to EPA regulations.
Recreational use advisory issued for Eckman Lake August 28
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has issued a recreational use health advisory for Eckman Lake in Lincoln County due to the presence of cyanotoxins above recreational use values. Drinking water directly from areas of the lake affected by the bloom is considered dangerous, as the toxins cannot be removed by boiling or common filtration methods. Residents drawing in-home water directly from the lake are advised to seek an alternative source for drinking and cooking.
Boil Water Advisory Issued for the Allen Co RWD 10, Allen County
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Allen Co RWD 10 public water supply system in Allen County, effective September 3, 2026. This advisory was issued due to a waterline break resulting in a loss of pressure in the distribution system. Customers must boil water for one minute prior to drinking or food preparation, or use bottled water, until conditions are resolved.
BOIL WATER ADVISORY
The City of Sulphur has issued a Boil Water Advisory for residents on Augusta Street, Saunier Street, Wanda Street, and Boice Street due to contractor work in the area. If residents were without water, they should run faucets until clear and boil water for one full minute before consumption. The advisory will be lifted once clear samples are received from the State Laboratory.
Hinesville issues boil water advisory after main break near Performing Arts Center
The city of Hinesville has issued a boil water advisory for customers in several locations, including Cassels Ct., Simms Way, Rosin Rd., Parkers at McLarry’s Curve, Liberty County High School, Performing Arts Center, and all of Baconfield Subdivision. This advisory follows a water main break on Highway 84 near the Performing Arts Center, which may have caused disrupted water service or low water pressure. The city cited the potential for a health hazard due to microbial contamination in affected areas. Update (City of Hinesville, 08.09.2026, 11:21): Water service disruption or low pressure has been confirmed as caused by the break. Affected customers should use boiled or bottled water for consumption.
Boil water advisory issued for parts of Dutchess County following plant failure
A boil water advisory has been issued for parts of Dutchess County, New York, including Hyde Park, Staatsburg, and Pine Brook Estates, following a failure at the Hyde Park water plant on September 2, 2026. Equipment stopped adding chlorine to the water, necessitating residents to boil water or use bottled water for drinking and cooking. Although the issue has been corrected, testing is underway, and the advisory is expected to remain in effect for two to four days.
Boil Water Advisory Issued for Sumner Co RWD 6, Sumner County
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Sumner Co RWD 6 public water supply system in Sumner County, effective September 2, 2026. This advisory was issued due to a waterline break resulting in a loss of pressure, which may lead to bacterial contamination and a loss of chlorine residuals. Affected customers are advised to boil water for one minute prior to drinking or food preparation or use bottled water until further notice.
Parts of Ozark Under Boil Water Advisory
The Ozark Public Works Department has issued a Boil Advisory for homes and businesses in parts of Ozark. This advisory is issued out of an abundance of caution following a water main break on August 31, 2026, and an extended loss of service. Residents are advised to boil water used for drinking and cooking for two minutes before use. Update (komc.com, 05.09.2026, 09:20): The advisory was issued September 1, 2026, due to a water main break along Selmore Road. It will remain in effect until laboratory results confirm no bacterial contamination. Update (KY3, 07.09.2026, 09:25): Multiple water main breaks occurred.
Boil order issued for some Mountainburg customers after water line leak
The Highway 71 Water District No. 1 Public Water Authority has issued a precautionary boil order for some Mountainburg area residences. This order, issued on September 2, 2026, affects customers along the U.S. Highway 71 corridor between Arkansas Highway 348 and Mote Terrance, and residences on Winn Mountain Loop and Cain Way. Customers are required to boil their water for one minute prior to use due to a water line leak.
Boil water notice issued for Vernon residents
The city of Vernon has issued a mandatory boil water notice due to the loss of operation of its booster pumps, which caused water pressure to drop below 20 psi. Residents are advised to boil all tap and filtered water for one minute before consumption to ensure safety. The notice, effective September 2, 2026, will remain in effect until further notification that it has been lifted.
Boil Water Advisory for parts of Nashville, Indiana
The Town of Nashville, Indiana, has issued a precautionary boil water advisory for several areas following a water main break along Old State Road 46. Residents in the affected areas, including Cornerstone Inn, Brown County Democrat building area, BC High school, and various streets and subdivisions, must boil all water for at least one minute before consumption or oral hygiene. The advisory remains in effect until Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
Boil Water Notice Issued for South Otselic Water District
The Chenango County Department of Health advised customers of the South Otselic Water District to boil their water, effective Thursday, August 27. Routine monitoring showed inadequate disinfection in drinking water, posing a risk from harmful microbes. Customers are advised to boil water for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth, and preparing food until further notice.
Residents urged to boil water after pressure loss in Cherokee Co
The Gaffney Board of Public Works has issued a boil water advisory for customers in the Cherokee Falls area, including Old Chester Road, 99 Island Road, Sims Road, and surrounding streets. This advisory follows a water service interruption and loss of pressure in the local distribution system. Residents are urged to vigorously boil water for at least one full minute before drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth, as the advisory remains in effect until officially repealed.
Boil Water Order for E. coli in Columbia
Due to the presence of E. coli bacteria in one distribution sample, a boil water order has been issued for the T and T MHP system on Champagne Ln in Columbia, New Hampshire. NHDES staff are working with the system to resolve the situation and consumers are being notified.
Hyde Park boil-water notice remains active
A precautionary boil-water notice remains active for customers of the Hyde Park Regional Water Plant and surrounding districts in Hyde Park. The advisory was issued due to a chlorination-system failure. Residents must boil water for at least one minute, continuing precautions until testing clears the system, which is expected within two to four days. All-clear (hydeparkny.gov, 04.09.2026, 11:30): The boil water advisory has been lifted for customers, including Staatsburg, Zone D (Harbourd Hills), Zone L, Pinebrook Estates, and Jeffery Groves. The advisory was issued on August 30, 2026, and residents should now follow post-advisory flushing steps. Update (News 12 Hudson Valley, 04.09.2026, 13:30): The advisory became effective September 2, 2026. Equipment stopped adding chlorine to water, causing the issue, which has now been corrected. Residents should also use bottled water for drinking and cooking.
Several areas under boil water advisory in Goshen
Several areas in Goshen, Indiana, are under a boil water advisory following a water main break. Crews have repaired the break and restored water service, but residents must continue to boil water until water quality testing results are received and the city announces the advisory has been lifted.
Nassau-Amelia Preplanned Outage/ Precautionary Boil Water Advisory
FGUA crews planen eine Unterbrechung der Wasserversorgung in den Shipwatch Villas, Bldg. A & B (1301 – 1394 Shipwatch Cir.), in Amelia Island, Florida, am Mittwoch, den 9. September 2026, von 9:00 bis 16:00 Uhr. Aufgrund des Druckverlusts wird für die 94 betroffenen Einheiten eine vorsorgliche Abkochverfügung erlassen, die voraussichtlich zwei bis drei Werktage dauern wird. Kunden sollen Wasser vor dem Verzehr abkochen oder Flaschenwasser verwenden. Update (FGUA, 12.09.2026, 23:46): A 6-inch water main leak at 61 Sea Marsh Road affects approximately 150 homes on Sea Marsh Road, Fiddler’s Bend, and Red Maple Road. Water service was shut down on September 10, 2026, at 1:30 PM.
Boil Water Notice issued for Lake Point Drive customers
The Brunner Hill Public Water Authority has issued a boil water notice for customers along Lake Point Drive, confirmed by the Arkansas Department of Health. This precautionary measure follows a water line break that resulted in a loss of normal system pressure, potentially allowing contaminated water to enter the distribution system. Affected customers must boil water for drinking or food preparation and discard all ice cubes until the notice is lifted after bacteriological testing.