The following information was transmitted via automated phone call to all affected water accounts. Paper notices are also being distributed. Customers will be notified when this order is lifted.
Affected areas include : 37121-37151-37100-37031-37275-37050-37000-37051-37001-36981 Glennen Drive, 37001 Bourns Landing and 37921 Wilson.
Today, 05/07/2026, North Gualala Water Company will be performing a service line repair in your area and shutting off your water service from 10:00 am. Water is expected to be restored at around 1:00pm. As a safety precaution, BOIL WATER ORDER will be in effect as soon as your service is restored.
BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING
Failure to follow this advisory could result in stomach or intestinal illness.
DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for one (1) minute, and let it cool before using, or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water. [This is the preferred method to assure that the water is safe to drink.]
Optional alternative to include for prolonged situations where it fits.
• An alternative method of purification for residents that do not have gas or electricity available is to use fresh liquid household bleach (Cloroxâ, Purexâ, etc.). To do so, add 8 drops (or 1/4 teaspoon) of bleach per gallon of clear water or 16 drops (or 1/2 teaspoon) per gallon of cloudy water, mix thoroughly, and allow to stand for 30 minutes before using. A chlorine-like taste and odor will result from this purification procedure and is an indication that adequate disinfection has taken place.
• Water purification tablets may also be used by following the manufacturer’s instructions.
We will inform you when tests show no bacteria and you no longer need to boil your water. We anticipate to get the water samples test results by 05/10/2026.
For more information call:
Water Utility contact: David Bower at 707-884-3579 / 925-337-5258.
SWRCB-DDW – Drinking Water Field Operations Branch at 707-576-2145.
Local Environmental Health Jurisdiction: Mendocino County at (707) 961-2714.
Please share this information with all the other people who drink water in this neighborhood.