Boiled Water Approved Uses

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Boil Water Notice in Impacted Area

The “Boil Water” notice is in effect only for an affected area, north of Cuesta Park, until further notice.

(2026-May-6) AffectedProperties

For affected residents, here is a list of do’s and don’ts for tap water usage, after their household plumbing has been flushed, in accordance with the “Boil Water” notice instructions:

What you can do with water from the tap:

  • Take a bath and shower
  • Wash hands
  • Use laundry machine for washing clothes
  • Run a dishwasher

What you can do with water that has been boiled following “Boil Water” notice instructions:

  • Drink and cook
  • Prepare other drinks (coffee, tea, lemonade)
  • Wash produce
  • Wash food prep areas
  • Make ice
  • Brush teeth

Tap water that has not been boiled for at least 1 minute should not be used for drinking and cooking.

For more information, view the State Water Control Board’s Fact Sheet on What to Do During a Boil Water Advisory.