Boil Water Notice remains in effect for Treasure Island, St. Pete Beach and Tierra Verde
UPDATE: Pinellas County Utilities has lifted the precautionary boil water notice issued for Treasure Island, St. Pete Beach and Tierra Verde customers. Water Quality testing confirms water in this area meets all federal and state drinking water standards.
Pinellas County Utilities’ boil water notice for Treasure Island, St. Pete Beach and Tierra Verde is still in effect as of Friday afternoon, Feb. 13. See map for impacted areas.
The bacteriological samples we collected yesterday met safe drinking water standards. We will continue to test water quality until it has met these standards for at least two consecutive days as required. We will issue an update when it is safe to resume regular water use.
During this time, residents should either use bottled water or boil tap water before using it for cooking, drinking or personal hygiene like brushing your teeth.
Continue to take the following steps for tap water before using it for cooking, drinking or brushing your teeth:
- Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil for at least one minute to ensure bacteria, viruses or parasites are gone.
- If the water is cloudy, filter it through a clean cloth, paper towel, or coffee filter before boiling.
- Water must be adequately cooled before it can be used for washing or brushing teeth. Store the boiled water in clean, covered containers.
- If there is no way to boil water, impacted residents can add 1/8 teaspoon (eight drops or about 0.5 milliliters) of unscented, plain bleach per gallon of water, stir well and let stand for at least 30 minutes before using. This is less effective than boiling but will work if there is no way to boil water.
For updates, please visit Pinellas.gov/utilities.