Do-not-drink advisory
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Use commercially bottled or officially approved water for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, ice, formula and pets. Do not try to make chemically contaminated water safe by boiling. Read the notice for which other uses are allowed.
Take it with you. Verify locally.
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In immediate danger, contact local emergency services. Current instructions for your location take priority.
Do now.
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Read restrictions
Check what contaminant is involved and which uses are prohibited.
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Replace drinking water
Use the approved alternative for anything swallowed or used to prepare food.
- 03
Check household uses
Bathing, laundry and cleaning depend on the exact local notice.
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Wait for clearance
Follow any flushing or filter replacement instructions before resuming use.
Next steps.
Save the utility notice and alternative-water distribution location offline.
Watch for.
Clear appearance and normal taste cannot confirm safety.
Sources & context.
Original Osprey Zero summary of the references below. U.S.-based guidance unless noted; check authorities where you are. This page is not a live alert.
Updated 2026-10-02. Recheck official instructions during an active event.