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Winter or Summer - It Pays to Be Ready for the Unexpected

Are you ready?

The best way to weather an emergency is to prepare for it ahead of time. Here are some quick tips from SAWS in case you are without water services.

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Be prepared for an emergency

A Boil Water Notice

When a boil water notice is issued and you need to use tap water, you must boil the water before: drinking it, making drinks, preparing food, brushing your teeth or making ice.

How to: Safely boil water for use during an emergency

A Water Outage

A water main break or power failure may cause a water outage in some areas. But your life doesn’t stop. How can you take care of household needs without water services? Here are some ideas.

Are you having trouble with high bills? Contact SAWS for assistance.

Saws.org/uplift
210-233-CARE or (2273)
210-704- SAWS or (7297)

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