Do-not-use advisory
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Do not drink or use tap water for any purpose while a do-not-use advisory is in effect. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and lungs. Use commercially bottled or officially approved alternatives and follow local instructions for sanitation.
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.
- 01
Stop tap-water use
Do not bathe, wash dishes or use connected water and ice appliances.
- 02
Get safe alternatives
Check official water distribution and hygiene arrangements.
- 03
Prevent accidental exposure
Tell everyone in the household and keep children and pets from using taps.
- 04
Follow restoration steps
Wait for the official all-clear and complete any required flushing or appliance instructions.
Next steps.
Plan temporary access to safe washing and sanitation if restrictions continue.
Watch for.
Boiling does not override a do-not-use order.
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.