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West Milford Office of Emergency Management
Monday June 24th, 2024 :: 08:23 p.m. EDT

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Boil water advisory for residents in High Crest.

Butler Water Department issued a boil water advisory for residents in the borough. Passaic Valley Water Commission (PVWC) purchases water in bulk from Butler, which is distributed to High Crest Customers. Therefore, PVWC is issuing a boil water advisory for residents and businesses in the High Crest section of West Milford. This advisory is mandatory, per the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and is effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice. Immediate Actions Required: Boil Water Before Use: All water for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, and washing dishes should be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute. Allow the water to cool before using. Reason for Advisory: The advisory is a precautionary measure to ensure the health and safety of our community, our number one priority.

Instructions:

Butler Water Department issued a boil water advisory for residents in the borough. Passaic Valley Water Commission (PVWC) purchases water in bulk from Butler, which is distributed to High Crest Customers. Therefore, PVWC is issuing a boil water advisory for residents and businesses in the High Crest section of West Milford.

This advisory is mandatory, per the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and is effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice.

Immediate Actions Required:

Boil Water Before Use: All water for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, and washing dishes should be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute. Allow the water to cool before using.

Reason for Advisory:

The advisory is a precautionary measure to ensure the health and safety of our community, our number one priority.

Address/Location
West Milford Office of Emergency Management
1480 Union Valley Rd
West Milford, NJ 07480

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Immediate - Responsive action SHOULD be taken immediately
Certainty:
Observed - Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing
Category:
Medical and public health
Event:
Boil Order

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