Waterbury lifts boil water notice after testing confirms water is safe
The notice was removed after water quality testing confirmed the city's drinking water is safe for normal use and consumption.
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The City of Waterbury lifted the boil water notice that affected approximately 15,020 residents and businesses late Monday afternoon.
The notice was removed after water quality testing confirmed the city's drinking water is safe for normal use and consumption.
Samples collected throughout the affected distribution system tested negative for Total Coliform and E. coli bacteria, meeting all state and federal drinking water standards.
The boil water notice was issued following two transmission water main breaks on Tompkins Street that disrupted service to thousands of customers.
Before lifting the notice, water department crews completed repairs, restored service, flushed the distribution system, and conducted extensive water quality testing.
Residents can now use tap water normally for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, bathing and other household activities. Officials recommend running faucets for several minutes to flush plumbing systems and discarding any ice made during the notice period. Temporary water discoloration may occur as crews continue system flushing.
Mayor Paul K. Pernerewski, Jr. thanked residents, businesses, city employees, first responders and community partners for their patience and support during the emergency response.
"The lifting of the Boil Water Notice marks the final step in our response to this emergency and is welcome news for our residents and businesses," Pernerewski said.
The city will continue monitoring the water distribution system and performing routine flushing as operations return to normal. A copy of the laboratory report will be posted on the city's website once received.
