Full Notification

WATER EMERGENCY UPDATE – END OF DAY BRIEFING 

 (02/28/2025) 

Our water system has held strong throughout the day, and we continue to make steady progress toward full restoration. Pressure is building, our lines are full, and both the Water Tower and Standpipes have maintained good levels. 

LIMITED WATER USE NOW ALLOWED 

After careful evaluation of system data, Tonkawa Emergency Management and the Tonkawa Water Department have determined that it is now safe for the community to begin limited use of water utilities. However, customers must continue to be mindful of their usage. 

+   We understand that the water has been off all week, and the community is eager to return to normal use. 

+   At this time, we are prioritizing system stabilization as we have more volume than pressure—which is necessary to continue building pressure. 

+   The more pressure we gain, the more closely we must monitor leaks. Excessive use at this stage could cause pressure and volume loss, slowing our progress. 

HOW YOU CAN USE WATER 
!!!! BOIL ORDER REMAINS IN EFFECT !!!!

Permitted Uses (with Boil Order still in effect): 

+   Bathing 

+   Flushing Toilets 

+   Laundry 

Not Recommended (until Boil Order is lifted): 

+   Drinking  

+   Washing dishes 

+   Watering Animals 

BUSINESS OPERATIONS 

+   Some businesses that require large water usage have been asked to remain closed until tomorrow to help us maintain system stability. 

+   Residential customers can begin limited use but should avoid excessive consumption. 

BOIL ORDER & WATER TESTING UPDATE 

+   Water samples were collected today and submitted for testing. 

+   A second round of water samples will be taken tomorrow for further testing. 

+   Results are expected this weekend. If all tests pass, the Boil Order will be lifted. 

WATER RESTORATION PROGRESS & REPORTING ISSUES  

+   Most of the system has been restored, but some customers may still not have water due to isolated issues. 

+   If you do not have water by 9 AM on Saturday, March 1, 2025, please call the: 

Tonkawa Emergency Operations Center – Crisis Hotline:
 (580) 628-7011. 

LEAK AWARENESS & REPORTING 

+   The community must remain vigilant for leaks. If you observe a leak, please report it immediately: 

Tonkawa Police Department – (580) 628-2516. 

+   Responsible water use and prompt reporting will help us maintain progress toward full restoration. 

AVAILABLE COMMUNITY RESOURCES 

Bottled water, non-potable water, and sanitation resources remain available for residents: 

=  Bottled Water Distribution  =   

+   Venture Foods – 1315 N. Main Street (Complimentary cases available while supplies last) 

+   Tonkawa Street Department – 207 S. 7th Street 

+   Tonkawa Fire Department Station #2 – 201 S. Main Street 

+   Limit: Two cases per family per day 

=  Water Buffalo Locations (Potable Water for Self-Filling)  = 

+   Train Depot – E. Grand Ave. 

+   Blinn Park – 701 N. Main Street 

+   Across the Street from City Offices – S. 7th Street 

=  Portable Toilet Locations  = 

+   Ray See Park – 500 Block of S. Main Street 

+   Blinn Park – 701 N. Main Street 

TONKAWA EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT HOTLINE 
 
For questions about water distribution, setting up bottled water deliveries, or speaking with an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) official, please call: 

(580) 628-7011 (Active Hours Operations 8 AM – 8 PM) 

STAY UPDATED & USE AVAILABLE RESOURCES 
 
For continued updates, follow the official sources: 

+   City of Tonkawa Facebook Page 

+   Tonkawa Emergency Management Facebook Page 

+   Tonkawa Nixle Alerts – Text TONKAWA to 888777 

+   City of Tonkawa Website – tonkawaok.gov 

This is wonderful progress as we are ahead of schedule. However, responsible water use is crucial in the coming days to ensure we meet our final restoration goals. If everything continues as planned, we are optimistic this weekend will mark the conclusion of this crisis. 

Thank you for your patience and cooperation. We will provide further updates as they become available. 

#TonkawaTogether   #WaterEmergency  #TonkawaStrong 

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WATER EMERGENCY RESTORATION UPDATE (corrected)