Important Information About Boil Water Notices
Here you can find boil water notices and other advisories currently in place within VIHA. When a notice is no longer in effect, it is removed from the list. Boil Water Notices may be subject to change on short notice. Updated information is posted to this site as often as possible, taking into account such factors, amongst others, as how late in the business week or prior to holidays the information is obtained. The most current information on the status of a Boil Water Notice can be obtained from the operator of the water system.
Always check with your local water supplier for the most up to date information.
Used to notify the public about a situation that may be problem for some individuals or that may pose a low risk to the general population, e.g. high sodium content.
Used when the public health threat is potentially significant and can be effectively addressed by boiling the water, e.g. after flooding.
Used when the public health threat is potentially significant and cannot be effectively addressed by boiling the water, e.g. chemical contamination. Restrictions on use need to be specified for each situation.