- For basic boil water facts see the fact sheet “Basic Information for All Consumers”. Detailed information for other consumers, such as food service establishments, is available from the NYS Department of Health or your local Health Department. If a “Do Not Use” notice is issued, additional precautions will be needed, contact your water supplier or local health department for guidance.
Can I use my water for cooking?
- If a boil water notice was issued for your drinking water, any water used for food preparation or cooking should be boiled first or be from an acceptable alternate source (bottled water, water from another public water supply, water from a tanker provided by an emergency response agency, and water delivered by a NY State certified bulk water provider).
Bring the water to a full rolling boil for at least one minute before adding the food item, like when you make pasta.