Drinking water in an emergency
Find out about how to stay safe during a drinking water emergency and the role we play.
In an emergency
In an emergency, follow the advice of your local Civil Defence / council.
If you believe your drinking water is not safe or have another concern, you should first contact your drinking water supplier. Not sure who supplies your water? Check our public register of water suppliersoutbound.
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Bugs in water can cause gastrointestinal illnesses and, in severe cases, death. Symptoms could include diarrhoea, vomiting and/or fever.Find out more
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Find out about the three types of warning notices that can be issued by drinking water suppliers.Find out more
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Ways you can disinfect tap water when a boil water notice is in place.Find out more
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What treated and untreated water can be used for when a boil water notice is in place.Find out more
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Advice for making water safe following a flood, including for bore water and rainwater suppliesFind out more
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As the drinking water regulator for New Zealand, we have a role to play in a drinking water emergency.Find out more
