Boil water notice In effect

USAF EARECKSON

Aleutians West Census Area, AK

Issued Mar 4, 2026 · In effect for 213 days

Boil water before you use it

Bring water to a full rolling boil for one minute (three minutes above 6,500 feet), let it cool, then use it for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, ice, and baby formula. Or use bottled water.

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Details

Counties: Aleutians West Census Area, AK
Reason: Bacteria detected
Water system: USAF EARECKSON
System ID (PWSID): AK2260511
People affected: about 120
Source: Alaska DEC open boil / do-not-drink notices
Last checked: Oct 2, 2026, 5:00 PM

The notice

BWN issued for southern portion of the USAF Eareckson water system due to pressure loss. Construction began 3/9/26 on a pipe replacement project. The BWN affects building numbers: 490, 515, 516, 629, 718, 729, 743, 752, 754, 755, 584, 585. The BWN will remain in place until construction is complete, approval to operate is issued by the Department, and total coliform sampling shows the system to be free from contamination. 5/12/2026- Secondary BWN issued on 5/12/2026, for pressure loss over the weekend. This portion of the BWN was closed 5/18/26 following the receipt of 3 satisfactory sample results.

History

Issued Mar 4, 2026

This page repeats a public notice from Alaska DEC open boil / do-not-drink notices. Always follow the instructions of your water system and local health department.