BWS Water Conservation/Advisory 
HNL Alert from the Oahu Department of Emergency Management
Issued: 12:17 PM 02-08-2026
Details
HONOLULU BOARD OF WATER SUPPLY REQUESTS WATER CONSERVATION DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER AND POWER DISRUPTIONS
Customers are asked to conserve water use until further notice
The Honolulu Board of Water Supply (BWS) is asking all Oʻahu customers to conserve water immediately due to current and potential power outages island-wide related to severe weather conditions. These outages may affect BWS facilities and our ability to pump and distribute water across the island.
Customers are asked to conserve water and limit use to essential needs such as cooking, drinking, and personal hygiene. Please postpone non-essential uses, including car washing, irrigation, and other outdoor water use, until further notice.
Stay Informed
Customers are encouraged to stay informed by signing up for HNL Alert, the official notification system for the City and County of Honolulu, to receive important updates via text message, email, or the mobile app. To sign up, visit hnlalert.gov or text HNLALERT” to 888777. For additional updates from the Board of Water Supply, please visit boardofwatersupply.com or follow @bwshonolulu on social media.
Address/Location
Honolulu Department of Emergency Management
650 South King Street
Honolulu, HI 96813
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 808-768-4141