Gulfport Boil Water Lifted, But Do This First — Milton Update #52

October 14, 2024 by Cathy Salustri

As of Oct. 15 at 9:18 a.m., Gulfport’s boil water order, in place when Milton damaged the distribution system, has been lifted. If you pay your utility bill to the City of Gulfport, the tap water is once again safe for human and animal consumption. But, before you drink it, here’s what you should do.

According to the Florida Department of Health, after a boil water is lifted, you should let the water run at every tap for five minutes. The first load of ice in an icemaker should get thrown away (or used to water non-edible plants). This includes drinking fountains, misters, sinks, hoses — any source from which where humans or animals could consume water.

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by Cathy Salustri

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Filed Under: Storm Coverage Tagged With: Gulfport, Gulfport Florida, Gulfport Florida City Hall, Hurricane Helene