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Precautionary Boil Water Advisory East Chicago, Indiana
A precautionary boil water advisory has been issued for residents in East Chicago, Indiana, specifically in the area of 4700-4800 Olcott Avenue. Starting Monday, July 27 at 9 a.m., residents are advised to boil their water for at least five minutes due to planned water main installations that could cause a loss and drop in pressure.
PFAS Detected Above MCLs in Oahu Drinking Water Wells
The Board of Water Supply (BWS) on Oahu reported PFAS contamination above the 4 ng/L MCL in several drinking water wells. Samples from May 2026 showed PFOS at 5.0 ng/L in Kaamilo Wells. Additionally, the Navy Aiea-Halawa Shaft registered PFOA at 5.09 ng/L and PFOS at 6.78 ng/L in June 2024. These findings prompted a formal request to expand the Red Hill monitoring well network.
Precautionary boil water notice issued for the entire Babcock Ranch Community
Eine vorsorgliche Abkochverfügung wurde für die gesamte Babcock Ranch Community erlassen. Grund ist ein kurzer Stromausfall im Wasseraufbereitungsanlage während Bauarbeiten. Die Anordnung bleibt mindestens 48 Stunden in Kraft, bis bakterielle Tests die staatlichen und bundesstaatlichen Anforderungen erfüllen. All-clear (WGCU, 26.07.2026, 23:20): The precautionary boil advisory has been lifted. It was issued on Friday and rescinded after all required tests were completed.
Boil water advisory disrupts businesses and residents in Ephrata area
The Ephrata Borough Authority issued a boil water advisory for residents and businesses in the Ephrata area, Pennsylvania, effective June 14, 2024. The advisory was issued due to a water main break. Affected individuals are advised to boil water for at least one minute before consumption. Update (abc27.com, 24.07.2026, 23:21): The advisory was issued on July 22, 2026, by the Ephrata Area Joint Authority and affects 9,422 customers in Ephrata Borough, Ephrata Township, and Clay Township. The cause for the advisory is currently unknown. All-clear (ephrataboro.org, 25.07.2026, 23:24): The boil water advisory for Ephrata Borough has been lifted as of July 25, 2026. Residents no longer need to boil their water. All-clear (local21news.com, 25.07.2026, 23:24): The advisory was issued due to potential disease-causing organisms. It was lifted after the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection approved new water samples. Update (WHP 580, 14.08.2026, 23:19): The advisory was due to a positive test for a "tier two" bacteria sample following a water main break.
Surrounding communities donate water to Alcester residents during boil advisory
Residents of Alcester, South Dakota, are currently under a boil water advisory. Surrounding communities have organized efforts to donate water to the affected residents. The advisory was active as of July 23, 2026.
Natoma, Kansas boil water advisory
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued a boil water advisory for the city of Natoma in Osborne County. This advisory was issued because the city water system’s disinfection unit failed, leading to unsafe chlorine residual levels that could allow bacteria to form. Residents are advised to boil all water for one minute before drinking or food preparation until further notice. Update (aol.com, 24.07.2026, 23:19): The advisory was issued on Thursday, July 23, 2026. Residents may also use bottled water as an alternative to boiling. Update (Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), 16.08.2026, 23:19): The disinfection unit failure prevented the city from maintaining the minimum required chlorine residual.
PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE: Dogtown Drive, TVA Road, Massey Lane
Due to water system maintenance, a Precautionary Boil Water Notice is in effect for Dogtown Drive north of the Pony Creek Bridge, TVA Road, and Massey Lane in north central Hardin County, Tennessee. Approximately 30 water services are affected. Customers are advised to boil water before use.
Boil Water Advisory UPDATED 7/23/2026 @ 12:30pm
The Boil Water Advisory for Ephrata Borough, PA, remains in effect as water quality tests are being conducted. Laboratory results are expected over the next couple of days to confirm the safety of the water supply. Residents are urged to continue boiling water. Update (FOX43, 23.07.2026, 23:24): A water sample tested positive for tier 2 bacteria, leading the Ephrata Area Joint Authority (EAJA) to issue the advisory. The advisory began Thursday morning, requiring residents to boil water for one minute. Update (wgal.com, 25.07.2026, 23:19): E. coli was confirmed in the water on July 21. Officials require two consecutive days of negative test results to lift the advisory. Results from samples collected July 24 are expected July 25. All-clear (ephrataboro.org, 25.07.2026, 23:21): The boil water advisory has been lifted. All-clear (ephrataboro.org, 25.07.2026, 23:25): Water samples collected July 23 and 24 showed acceptable results. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection approved lifting the advisory.
PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE FOR July 21st, 2026
Due to an unplanned water service interruption on July 21st, 2026, a precautionary boil water notice has been issued for addresses including 2570 Hartwell Ave #A - H and specific addresses on Osceola Dr. Residents in affected areas of Sanford, Florida, are advised to boil all water before use until further notice.
BOIL WATER ADVISORY
Greater Harrison PSD has issued a Boil Water Advisory for all FAIR OAKS customers. The advisory was issued on July 20, 2026, and is in effect until further notice.
Alarming East Hampton drinking water pollution with PFAS
New tests revealed PFAS levels exceeding 1 million parts per trillion in several private wells near a battery storage facility in East Hampton, Long Island. The Suffolk County Water Authority had previously cut off service from two private wells in early June 2026 and filed a lawsuit, suspecting contamination since a May 2023 battery plant fire.
Middletown water main breaks prompt boil water advisory
More than 2,100 customers of the city of Newport’s Water Division public water system are expected to remain under a boil water advisory for the next several days. This follows a pair of water main breaks on West Main and Valley roads in Middletown. The breaks were repaired and water service fully restored as of 10:45 AM, but the advisory is still active.
Public Notices - Boil Water Advisory for Paula Dr.
Utilities are making emergency water repairs on Paula Dr. in St. John Parish, leading to little to no water pressure for an estimated 4 to 6 hours. When water is restored, this area is under a Boil Water Advisory until further notice, requiring water to be boiled for one minute before consuming.
Boil water advisory issued for town in north-central Kansas
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) issued a boil water advisory for the City of Culver's public water system on Tuesday. An equipment failure at the treatment plant led to a loss of pressure, which can cause bacterial contamination. Residents are advised to boil water for one minute before drinking or food preparation, or use bottled water, until further notice.
Boil Water Advisory for Mill Valley Campground
Mill Valley Campground is under a boil water advisory, effective July 21, 2026. Visitors must use bottled water or bring tap water to a full rolling boil for one minute before use. The advisory is in place until further notice.
Boil water advisory remain in effect in Sumner County
A boil water advisory remains in effect for residents in Sumner County, United States. The advisory instructs affected individuals to boil water before consumption. The exact cause and start date of the advisory are not specified in this report.
Lawtey under boil water notice after chlorine system issue
Die Stadt Lawtey, Florida, hat am Montagabend eine Abkochverordnung für ihre Bewohner erlassen. Dies geschah vorsorglich aufgrund eines Problems mit dem Chlorierungssystem, das inzwischen behoben wurde. Die Anordnung bleibt bestehen, bis Testergebnisse die Unbedenklichkeit des Wassers bestätigen.
Village of Holly issues boil water advisory after water main break
Das Village of Holly hat nach einem Wasserrohrbruch an der Marion Drive eine gemeindeweite Abkochempfehlung für Trinkwasser herausgegeben. Die Maßnahme ist ab sofort gültig und erfordert das Abkochen des Wassers vor dem Verzehr. Update (CBS News Detroit, 21.07.2026, 23:25): The advisory was announced on Monday and remains in effect until water quality testing confirms the water is safe. Update (abc12.com, 21.07.2026, 23:25): The advisory was issued on Sunday, not Monday as previously reported. Water should be boiled for at least one minute before use. Update (Tri-County Times, 22.07.2026, 23:20): The advisory was issued on Monday, July 20. All-clear (abc12.com, 23.07.2026, 23:20): The boil water advisory has been lifted. It was rescinded Wednesday evening after two negative water quality tests were received. The advisory was issued on Sunday.
Boil Water Advisory issued for Myrtle Grove Road area this weekend
CFPUA announced a boil water advisory for the Myrtle Grove Road area in New Hanover County, North Carolina. The advisory will be in place this weekend. Residents are advised to boil water before consumption. Update (Port City Daily, 21.07.2026, 23:21): The advisory was announced on July 21, 2026.
Boil water order issued for part of Homestead Drive in Mount Vernon
A precautionary boil water order has been issued for addresses 1 through 11 Homestead Drive in Mount Vernon, Illinois. The order, which followed maintenance on the city’s water distribution system, took effect at 6:45 a.m. Monday and is expected to remain in place for approximately 48 hours. Residents should boil water before using it for drinking or cooking.
PRECAUTIONARY DRINKING WATER WARNING — City of Newport Water Division
The City of Newport Water Division has issued a precautionary boil water notice for areas along West Main Road and Valley Road due to two repaired water main breaks that caused a loss of pressure. Residents must boil water before use as a precaution while water samples are processed to confirm safety. Update (Rhode Island Department of Health, 20.07.2026, 23:25): The Rhode Island Department of Health expanded the advisory, which now explicitly affects approximately 2,136 customers. The first water main break occurred on July 19, with the advisory issued due to potential bacterial contamination.
Public Notice: Boil Water Advisory corner of Roccaforte/Esperance St.
Residents on the corner of Roccaforte/Esperance St. going North to Francis in St. John the Baptist Parish will experience little to no water pressure due to emergency water repairs. When water is restored, this area is under a Boil Water Advisory until further notice, requiring water to be brought to a rolling boil for one minute before consuming.
Boil Water Advisory in St. John Parish (Roccaforte/Esperance St.)
Due to emergency water repairs causing low pressure, residents on the corner of Roccaforte/Esperance St. going North to Francis in St. John the Baptist Parish are under a Boil Water Advisory. Water must be boiled for one minute before consumption until further notice.
Precautionary Boil Water Notice for Marion Oaks Area on 7-18-26 for Water Main Repair
Marion County Utilities hat eine vorsorgliche Abkochverfügung für das Gebiet Marion Oaks erlassen. Betroffen sind Haushalte und Unternehmen auf SW 59th Avenue Road, SW 58th Terrace und SW 158th Place. Die Maßnahme wurde am 18. Juli 2026 aufgrund einer Wasserleitungsreparatur verhängt und gilt bis auf Weiteres. Bewohner müssen Wasser vor dem Verzehr abkochen. All-clear (marionfl.org, 21.07.2026, 23:21): The precautionary boil water notice has been rescinded effective July 20, 2026. This action follows satisfactory bacteriological testing.
Village of Delhi issues boil water notice after water main break
The Village of Delhi issued a boil water notice on Sunday, July 19, for several streets, including Crestwood Drive and Upper Franklin Street. This measure was implemented due to a water main break that occurred on the same day. Residents in the affected areas are advised to boil their water until further notice. Update (The Reporter (Catskills Today), 21.07.2026, 23:21): The incident occurred on July 19, 2026. Residents must boil tap water for at least one minute before use for drinking or cooking.
Boil Water Advisory Remains for North Pressure District of Southeast Oakland Township Water System
A precautionary boil water advisory, issued July 14, 2026, due to a loss of pressure from a power failure, remains in effect for the North Pressure District of Southeast Oakland Township, Michigan. All water customers in this district are advised to boil water used for drinking and cooking until further notice. The advisory for Knorrwood Knolls has ended.
Nearly 50K people under boil water advisory in South Fulton and Fairburn
Nearly 50,000 people in South Fulton and Fairburn are under a boil water advisory. This measure was implemented following a power outage at a pump station. Update (11Alive, 18.07.2026, 23:22): The Department of Watershed Management issued the advisory on Friday, stemming from an outage at the Adamsville Pump Station. Residents are instructed to boil water for one minute or use bottled water, with the advisory remaining in place until sampling is completed. All-clear (11Alive, 19.07.2026, 23:19): The boil water advisory has been lifted for affected residents. The original cause was a water main break, with crews responding in the Stonewall Tell Road area. All-clear (11alive.com, 19.07.2026, 23:20): NONE.NONE. Update (City of South Fulton, 19.07.2026, 23:24): The boil water advisory was issued as a precautionary measure, specifically instructing residents experiencing water outages or low pressure to boil water. Update (CBS News Atlanta, 04.08.2026, 23:17): The City of Atlanta issued the advisory, affecting approximately 47,800 customers. Update (City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management, 15.08.2026, 23:19): The power outage at the Adamsville Pump Station led to low water pressure. Power has since been restored but the advisory remains active as a precautionary measure.
Pittsylvania Water Main Leak Prompts Boil Water Advisory
Crews are currently repairing a complex water main leak on Route 58 West in Pittsylvania, Virginia, causing service disruptions and low water pressure. Once water service is restored, a precautionary boil water advisory will be in effect for drinking and cooking for residents and businesses in the affected area, due to potential contamination from loss of pressure.
Menomonie boil water advisory in effect, irrigation ban until August
A boil-or-bottle water advisory is in effect for Menomonie, Wisconsin, due to low water pressure in the system since Wednesday. The advisory is active at least through Friday, pending bacteria test results. Residents can pick up bottled water, and an irrigation ban is also in effect until August 1. All-clear (menomonie-wi.gov, 19.07.2026, 23:21): All boil water and bottled water advisories for the City of Menomonie have been lifted. Residents no longer need to boil their water. All-clear (WKOW, 19.07.2026, 23:22): The final advisory was lifted July 20, 2022, for Grand View Heights Court and Meadow Hill Drive after two consecutive negative bacteria tests. Most of the city's advisory had already been lifted on July 17. All-clear (City of Menomonie, 20.07.2026, 23:23): A full lawn irrigation ban remains in effect through August 1, 2026, specifically to help maintain adequate water pressure. Update (AOL News, 21.07.2026, 23:23): The advisory began on July 15, 2026.
Boil Water Advisory
Due to a Water Main Break on the Saratoga County Water Authority Main line, the Saratoga County Department of Health has issued a Boil Water Notice for specific areas in the Town of Ballston, NY. Residents in the affected areas must boil water for all culinary uses or use bottled water. All-clear (townofballstonny.gov, 20.07.2026, 23:23): The boil water advisory has been lifted as of July 19, 2026. This follows two consecutive days of satisfactory bacteriological sample results.
Water Boil Advisory - 200 Block Center Street
The Borough of Jim Thorpe has issued a water boil advisory for properties located in the 200 Block of Center Street. Residents in this specific area are advised to boil their water before consumption or use bottled water until further notice. This advisory indicates a potential microbiological contamination or risk in the water supply.
Boil Water Advisory Issued For Alexandria Lee Street Area
Die Stadt Alexandria, Louisiana, hat am 16. Juli 2026 ein Abkochgebot für alle Liegenschaften entlang der Lee Street erlassen. Grund ist ein Druckverlust im Wassernetz während Reparaturarbeiten an einer 8-Zoll-Wasserleitung, wodurch das Wasser potenziell kontaminiert sein könnte. Anwohner müssen das Wasser vor der Nutzung eine Minute lang abkochen, bis das Verbot aufgehoben wird. All-clear (cityofalexandriala.com, 18.07.2026, 23:25): The boil advisory for the Lee Street area, including Kees Ave, was lifted on July 17, 2026. This decision followed clean water test results from the State of Louisiana.
Precautionary Boil Water Notice for 624 SEAGRAPE DR, Marco Island
Due to a water service interruption scheduled for Monday, July 20, 2026, from 9 AM to 4 PM, a precautionary boil water notice is in effect for customers at 624 SEAGRAPE DR in Marco Island. The notice remains active until further notification.
Texas Water Company issues boil water notice for dozens of communities
Texas Water Company hat am 16. Juli 2026 eine Abkochverfügung für Kunden des Canyon Lake Shores Treatment Plant in Comal County, Texas, erlassen. Dies geschah nach schweren Überschwemmungen entlang des Guadalupe River, die zu erhöhter Trübung führten. Die Anordnung betrifft Dutzende von Gemeinden, darunter Bulverde und Kunden der Wasserversorgung der Stadt Blanco.
Boil advisory issued to Potosi due to water main break
City officials in Potosi, Missouri, issued a 48-hour boil water advisory for residents on High Street from North Missouri Street to Water Street. The measure was taken due to a water main break.
Asheboro: Environmental Groups Sue Over 1,4-Dioxane Dumping in Drinking Water Source
Environmental groups are suing the city of Asheboro and StarPet, alleging that a chemical called 1,4-dioxane is being dumped into Haskett Creek, which is integral to drinking water supplies. Testing has revealed unusually high levels of 1,4-dioxane, a likely human carcinogen, from water sent through the city’s treatment plant directly into the creek without adequate filtration.
PFAS Contamination at Jessie Oil Company Dundee, Monroe County
Groundwater at Jessie Oil Company Dundee in Dundee, Monroe County, Michigan, shows high levels of PFAS, including 3,000 ppt PFOS (compared to a 16 ppt limit) and other compounds. The contamination is linked to firefighting foam previously stored on site. State agencies have developed a plan to sample six nearby residential drinking water wells to assess the impact.
Water Outage on Monroe Avenue
The City of Moberly, MO, issued an emergency boil advisory on July 12, 2026, due to a water main break causing a temporary disruption in water service and low water pressure on the 400 and 500 Blocks of Monroe Avenue, 600 Block of Cleveland Avenue, 601 Monroe Avenue, and 717 E. Carpenter Street. Residents in affected areas must boil water for 3 minutes before consumption. Update (Moberly, MO, 19.07.2026, 23:19): The advisory now includes the 900 and 1000 Blocks of Henry Street, effective July 19, 2026. Residents in these newly affected areas must boil water for 48 hours once service is restored. Update (Moberly, MO - Alert Center, 22.07.2026, 23:19): A new water main break occurred on Longview St. on July 21, 2026, with service restored July 22, 2026. A 3 minute boil advisory is now in effect for Longview W St. and Maurwood Circle.
Water main break triggers boil water notice, forces business closures in Sumner County town
Ein Wasserrohrbruch am Dienstag in Westmoreland, Tennessee, führte zu einem Abfall der Chlorwerte und veranlasste die Stadt, am Mittwoch eine vorsorgliche Abkochverfügung zu erlassen. Dies zwingt Geschäfte zur Schließung und Bewohner zur Anpassung. Die Stadt spült Leitungen und installiert einen Chlorverstärker, während sie auf Laborergebnisse wartet. All-clear (FOX 17 News, 19.07.2026, 23:21): The boil advisory, issued on Tuesday, was lifted on Saturday as the drinking water problem is now resolved. Customers are advised to run cold water, clean screen heads, and change refrigerator or ice maker filters.
Residents in West Earl Township placed under boil water advisory
Residents in West Earl Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, are under a boil water advisory issued Thursday. This follows a water main break around 5:30 AM in the South State Street area, causing a sudden loss in pressure and potential contamination. Residents must boil water for one minute or use bottled water for consumption and preparation until the advisory is lifted.
Precautionary Boil Water Notice for Silver Springs Shores Area on 7-15-26 for Contractor Hit Line
Marion County Utilities hat eine vorsorgliche Abkochverordnung für Haushalte und Unternehmen auf mehreren Straßen im Gebiet Silver Springs Shores (Florida) erlassen. Die Maßnahme ist seit dem 15. Juli 2026 in Kraft, nachdem ein Auftragnehmer eine Leitung getroffen hat. Betroffene müssen Wasser zum Verzehr abkochen, bis die Verordnung aufgehoben wird.
Rochester Hills issues boil water advisory
The City of Rochester Hills issued a boil water advisory on Thursday morning due to a system failure in the Great Lakes Water Authority network, causing low pressure. Residents are advised not to drink or use tap water for preparing food or brushing teeth without boiling it first.
Boil advisory issued for portions of East Richland Water System
The East Richland Water System has issued a precautionary boil advisory for customers on Walker Road and Nicholas Road in Richland Parish, Louisiana. This follows a service interruption caused by recent repair work, potentially affecting the microbiological quality of the water. Residents are advised to boil water until samples are confirmed safe by the Office of Public Health.
Boil Water Advisory Issued for Portion of Main Street in Reevesville
Das Dorchester County Water and Sewer Department hat eine Abkochverfügung für Kunden im Bereich 100-111 Main St. in Reevesville, S.C., erlassen. Grund ist eine Notfallreparatur an einer Wasserleitung. Kunden in diesem Bereich sollen Wasser vor dem Trinken, Kochen oder Zubereiten von Speisen mindestens eine volle Minute lang sprudelnd kochen. All-clear (Dorchester County, SC, 16.07.2026, 23:22): The boil water advisory has been lifted for the affected customers. Extensive flushing and bacteriological samples confirmed the water is now safe for drinking and cooking.
Boil Water Advisory in effect for Knorrwood Knolls and North Pressure District Water Systems in Oakland Township
A precautionary boil water advisory is in effect for water customers in the Knorrwood Knolls Water System and the North Pressure District in Southeast Oakland Township, Michigan, since July 14, 2026. This advisory was issued due to a loss of pressure caused by a power failure. Residents are advised to boil all water for drinking and cooking until further notice.
Boil water advisory remains in effect for Covington residents
Residents of Covington, VA, are under a boil water advisory since June 16. This is due to a main water line break off S. Howard Ave. and W. Liberty St., which caused low water pressure and potential contamination. All customers are advised to boil their water before drinking or cooking until further notice. All-clear (The City of Covington Public Works Department, 07.09.2026, 09:25): The Boil Water Advisory was lifted on July 4, 2026 for homes in The Water Treatment Plant of the City of Covington, following confirmation of absence of total coliform and E. coli bacteria. The advisory had been issued on June 30, 2026.
Hope under boil water advisory until Saturday
Residents in Hope, Indiana are currently under a boil water advisory. The advisory, issued on July 15, 2026, requires residents to boil all water used for consumption until Saturday, July 18, 2026.
Boil Water Advisory For Dawson Springs Road Area
The Christian County Water District has issued a boil water advisory for customers on Dawson Springs Road, from 16660 to the county line at 23524, and several side roads in the area. This follows a main line break that occurred on Tuesday. Customers are advised to boil water for drinking, cooking, and other preparations until further notice.
What's next in Cascade's investigation into 'forever chemicals' in water?
Families in Cascade Township, Michigan, are affected by high levels of PFAS contamination in their drinking water. State officials are investigating, with some homes having already tested above state standards. Additional sampling is ongoing, and an underground investigation is planned to identify the source and flow of the 'forever chemicals'.
Iowa town under another boil advisory for second time this week
Residents in Winthrop, Iowa, are under a boil advisory after the town's water distribution system lost pressure on Thursday, July 9, 2026. This issue, occurring during water tower maintenance, creates a potential for bacterial contamination, requiring residents to boil water before use for drinking and food preparation until further notice. Update (KWWL News 7, 14.07.2026, 23:22): The current advisory follows a pressure drop Monday afternoon, caused by high water usage and an out-of-service water tower. It is the city's third advisory since July 5 and could be lifted Wednesday if bacteria samples are clear.