⚠️ URGENT: BOIL WATER ADVISORY
Date: [10/13/2026]
To: All Residents of the town of westernport and the town of luke
From: The Town of Westernport
Please be advised that [Town of westernport] has issued a Boil Water Advisory for our area due to [Elevated turbidity levels at the water treatment plant]. This advisory is in effect until further notice.
📋 Required Actions
To ensure your safety, please follow these guidelines immediately:
• Boil your water: Bring all tap water to a rolling boil for at least one full minute. Let it cool completely before using.
• Use boiled or bottled water for: Drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and preparing food.
• Showers and baths: Tap water is generally safe for showering and bathing. However, please be careful not to swallow any water.
🛑 What to Avoid
• Do NOT use ice made from automatic ice makers during this advisory.
• Do NOT use water filtration pitchers (like Brita), as they do not remove bacteria or viruses.
• Do NOT give untreated tap water to pets.
🔄 Next Steps
We are monitoring the situation closely. We will notify you immediately via [email / text ] as soon as local officials confirm the water is safe to drink and the advisory is lifted.
If you have any urgent questions, please contact the city building at 301-359-3932.
Thank you for your cooperation and prompt attention to this matter.
