BOIL WATER ADVISORY – DOWNTOWN FORD CITY
Issued: October 6, 2025
Ford City Borough has experienced a major water line break in the downtown area that caused a loss of water pressure throughout portions of the system earlier today. Borough crews are actively making repairs, and service restoration is expected to take approximately 3-4 hours.
As a precaution required by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), a Boil Water Advisory is in effect for all customers impacted by this service disruption.
What This Means
A loss of water pressure can allow contaminants to enter the water system. Until testing confirms that water quality is safe, all affected customers should boil their water before using it.
What You Should Do
- Do not drink the water without boiling it first.
Bring all water to a rolling boil for at least one (1) minute, then let it cool before using. - Use boiled or bottled water for:
- Drinking and making ice
- Brushing teeth
- Cooking and food preparation
- Washing dishes
- Continue to boil water until you are officially notified that this advisory has been lifted.
What Happened
A large water line break occurred on October 6, 2025, resulting in a temporary loss of positive water pressure in parts of downtown Ford City. Borough crews are currently repairing the break and will flush and disinfect the system once pressure is restored.
Water samples will then be collected and tested to ensure the system meets all safe drinking water standards before the advisory is lifted.
Stay Informed
A notification call was sent to affected residents and businesses.
If you did not receive this call, please contact the Ford City Borough Office so we can confirm or update your contact information for future alerts.
For questions or more information, please contact the Ford City Borough Office at 724-763-3081.
A notice will be sent and posted when the advisory is lifted.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we complete these emergency repairs and ensure your water remains safe.
