Water service to all MWRA customer communities east of Weston has been interrupted by a major water pipe break in Weston. Due to this break, a boil water order is being issued for drinking water for all MWRA communities east of Weston until further notice.
In addition, emergency water conservation measures are being implemented for all impacted communities. The MWRA is activating its emergency water supplies such as the Sudbury Aqueduct, Chestnut Hill Reservoir and Spot Pond Reservoir. This water will not be suitable for drinking unless it is boiled first, but can be used for bathing, flushing, and fire protection.
Updates will be posted on Mass.gov and the MWRA's website at www.mwra.com throughout the event.
A complete list of MWRA water communities affected can also be found at the MWRA site.
MassDEP has a Boil Water Order FAQ at mass.gov.
Communities affected by boil water order
Arlington Belmont Boston Brookline Canton Chelsea Everett Lexington Lynnfield W.D. Malden Marblehead Medford Melrose Milton Nahant Newton Norwood Quincy Reading Revere Saugus Somerville Stoneham Stoughton Swampscott Wakefield Waltham Watertown Winchester Winthrop
BOIL WATER ORDER HAS BEEN LIFTED
After extensive testing, water in the MWRA service communities is once again safe for the public. Governor Deval Patrick has lifted the boil water order for all of the 30 communities affected by the most recent major water pipe break.
Residents are now advised to flush their water in order to clear plumbing of untreated water.
- For cold water faucets, run the tap for at least 1 minute before using.
- For hot water pipes and water heaters, turn on all hot water faucets and flush for a minimum of 15 minutes for a 40-gallon tank and 30 minutes for an 80-gallon tank or larger.
- For additional details on refrigerators, dishwashers, humidifiers, food and baby formula, and ice cubes, please visit www.mwra.com.
- For instructions for food establishments, visit www.mwra.com.
Contact your local Water Department if you have any questions.
Communities affected:
Arlington Belmont Boston Brookline Canton Chelsea Everett Lexington Lynnfield W.D. Malden Marblehead Medford Melrose Milton Nahant Newton Norwood Quincy Reading Revere Saugus Somerville Stoneham Stoughton Swampscott Wakefield Waltham Watertown Winchester Winthrop
