What should you do?

Do not consume your water without boiling it first. Use boiled or bottled water for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, and food preparation until further notice.

To ensure the destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes that might be present, a boil water notice will advise you to boil water used for drinking, cooking, and ice making. Bring water to a vigorous, rolling boil and then boil for two minutes (don’t forget to cool the water before consuming it). In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source.

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1. What is a Boil Water Notice?
2. When is a Boil Water Notice issued?
3. What should you do?
4. How much does boiling water accomplish?
5. What does Soquel Creek Water District do when there is a Boil Water Notice?
6. How does Soquel Creek Water District notify customers that a Boil Water Notice is issued?