Boil Order Instructions

When a boil order is issued you should:    
   
1.

 Boil all water used for human consumption. This will include all water used for drinking; cooking and even water used while brushing your teeth.    
     
2. You will also want to boil the water you use when making coffee. Coffee makers will not boil the water as it filters through to the coffee pot.    
       
3. When boiling water, it should come to a full rolling boil for a total of 3 minutes.  
 
4. After you have achieved a full rolling boil for at least 3 minutes, let the water cool before consumption.    
   
5. Boiling water is very hot and you may be scalded if you attempt to remove the water before it cools.    
   
6. You should also turn off the water supply to your icemaker if you have one. If you cannot turn off your icemaker, you should throw out all of the ice made until 24 hours after the boil order has been lifted.