Boil mandate active in these areas of Birmingham—find out why

Earlier today, Birmingham Water Works (BWW) General Manager Michael Johnson announced that the boil mandate would remain active in the following areas: Forestdale, Pratt City, Adamsville, Fultondale, Dugan Highway, Walker Chapel Road and the surrounding areas. 

Read on to learn everything we know

Broken valve discovered

The main cause of this water contamination includes a broken valve discovered during the leak repair process.

BWW is near completion of the water restoration process and hopes to lift the alert soon.

“As we recharge the system, we’re continuing to test based on regulations so that we can see what those results are. And we’ll continue to test until we get to the point where we can release that data, or at least lift that forward. I’m hoping that we can do that within the next 24 to 36 hours.

Michael Johnson, General Manager, Birmingham Water Works

Distribution Areas

BBW has partnered with Walmart and multiple fire stations to supply citizens with fresh water. Here’s where you can get fresh drinking water:

• Walmart: 2473 Hackworth Road, Adamsville, AL
• West Jefferson Baptist Church: 4901 Freewill Road, Quinton, AL 35130
• Fire Sation #18: 200 Dugan Ave. Birmingham, AL

Water distribution sites will be open until 7PM tonight.

If the water mandate is further extended, sites will reopen tomorrow at 8AM.

How you can stay safe

• Boil water for at least 3 minutes + allow to cool
• Do not use ice from an ice tray
• Use disposable cups, plates and utensils to ensure safety

How are you staying safe during this water mandate? Let us know by tagging us on Instagram @bhamnow!