PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE 7.30.26

Water and Wastewater Utility Operations

July 30, 2026

PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE 

To:       FORT WHITE CUSTOMERS

Due to the emergency loss of water experienced on a section of the distribution system on Thursday, July 30, 2026, a precautionary boil alert has been issued.  Until tests can be completed, we advise that all water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, washing dishes, or brushing teeth be boiled. A rolling boil of one minute is sufficient. As an alternative, BOTTLED WATER MAY BE USED. 

Tap water can be disinfected by adding 8 drops of unscented household bleach (4-6% active ingredients) to each gallon of water, then mixing the water and allowing it to stand for a minimum period of 30 minutes.   Note:  cloudy water requires 16 drops of bleach and a 30-minute contact time.  Also, other approved chemical disinfectants are available at stores that sell camping and hiking supplies. 

THIS "PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE" WILL REMAIN IN EFFECT UNTIL THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN CORRECTED AND A BACTERIOLOGICAL SURVEY SHOWS THAT THE WATER IS SAFE TO DRINK. 

If you have any questions about the testing for bacteria, please contact North Florida Water Utilities Authority at (386) 984-5870. Testing normally takes 2-3 days from the time water pressure is restored or the emergency condition is corrected to complete. 

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