What types of conditions cause for Boil Water Notices to be issued?

When service is interrupted and distribution lines are emptied, contaminants can enter the lines that transport water. Although waterborne diseases are extremely rare, they can be serious. The risk is higher for infants, the elderly and persons with immune deficiency disorders. The City of Southlake issues boil-water notices even if the possibility of contamination is remote because we do not want to take any chances with your family’s health.

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1. What is a boil water notice?
2. When is a Boil Water Notice issued?
3. What types of conditions cause for Boil Water Notices to be issued?
4. How long does a Boil Water Notice last?
5. What does boiling water accomplish?
6. What if I have already consumed potentially contaminated water?
7. I have a tap water filter or filtering water pitcher, do I still need to boil my tap water before drinking it during a Boil Water Notice period?
8. How do I wash my hands during a Boil Water Notice?
9. Can I brush my teeth with tap water during a Boil Water Notice period?
10. Is tap water, during a Boil Water Notice period, safe for bathing or shaving?
11. How do I safely wash my dishes during a Boil Water Notice period?
12. Can I wash laundry during a Boil Water Notice period?
13. Do I need to boil water for animal consumption during a Boil Water Notice period?
14. Can I water my household plants with tap water during a Boil Water Notice period?