News release 3 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023
WATERTOWN, NY — Due to a water main break in the City of Watertown, there may be a loss of system pressure.
If you are experiencing lower than normal water pressure, you are advised to boil your water before consuming until further notice.
Follow boil water instructions below.
Bring tap water to a rolling boil. Boil for one minute and cool before using. Or use bottled water certified for sale by the New York State Department of Health. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth and preparing food until further notice.
Until repairs are made, you are asked to conserve water until further notice.
Please share this information with other people who drink this water, especially anyone who may NOT get this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.
