Urgent- Boil Water Advisory in Arlington 2024-07-04
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00:00BREAKING NEWS
00:02Arlington's drinking water is under advisory.
00:04Arlington County has issued a Boil Water Advisory Effective July 3rd, 2024.
00:09Due to water clarity issues at the Washington Aqueduct, the source of our drinking water,
00:14this advisory is a precautionary measure.
00:16Residents may notice their water appears cloudy or hazy.
00:20This is due to higher levels of turbidity, which can affect water treatment effectiveness.
00:25To ensure your safety, all water used for drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth
00:30should be boiled for at least one minute.
00:33This advisory will remain in effect until further notice.
00:36Additionally, with summer heat and the July 4th holiday,
00:40we urge you to minimize water usage to maintain adequate water pressure.
00:44Avoid watering lawns and washing cars during this time.
00:47Stay tuned for updates and follow guidance from local authorities.
00:51For more information, visit the Arlington County website.
00:54Be safe, Arlington. Boil your water and stay informed.