Boil Water Advisory Issued for Northwest DC Neighborhoods

DC Water issued a boil water advisory on June 12, 2025, after a power outage at a pump station led to a loss of water pressure, affecting 4,929 customers in Northwest D.C. The affected neighborhoods include Chevy Chase DC, Friendship Heights, Tenleytown, AU Park, Spring Valley, Cleveland Park, Woodley Park, Van Ness, Glover Park, Wesley Heights, and Cathedral Heights. Although power has been restored, the advisory remains in effect until testing confirms the water is safe to drink.

During the advisory, residents are urged to discard any beverages and ice made after 2:27 p.m. on June 12. Before boiling, run cold water until it is clear (or for at least two minutes if lead sources are known to be present). Bring water to a rolling boil for one minute and allow it to cool before storing it in a clean, covered container. Cooled, boiled water or bottled water should be used for drinking, brushing teeth, preparing food, washing fruits and vegetables, preparing infant formula, making ice, and washing dishes by hand. Home filtering devices should not be used without boiling the water first.

DC Water will collect samples in the impacted area, and the advisory will be lifted when tests on two consecutive days show no coliform bacteria are present. Updates will be provided to customers regarding the safety of the drinking water. Residents can check if they are in the affected area by visiting the interactive map on DC Water’s website or calling the 24-Hour Command Center at (202) 612-3400.

What should I do during the boil water advisory?

Discard any beverages and ice made after 2:27 p.m. on June 12. Run cold water until clear before boiling, boil water for one minute, and store cooled water in a clean container. Use boiled or bottled water for drinking, cooking, and hygiene.

How long will the boil water advisory last?

The advisory will be in place until tests confirm the water is safe to drink, potentially by late Friday, June 13.

How can I check if my neighborhood is affected?

Visit the interactive map on DC Water’s website or call the 24-Hour Command Center at (202) 612-3400.

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