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Precautionary Boil Order Lifted in Northwest Evanston

The precautionary boil order has officially been lifted in Northwest Evanston, and community members can now use tap water for all daily purposes without the need for boiling. This means that community members in Northwest Evanston can confidently enjoy drinking water, cooking, and personal hygiene activities without any additional precautions.

Please note that those who have a postal code of 60203 are still under a boil order per the Village of Skokie. 

Water Testing 

The decision to lift the boil order in Northwest Evanston comes after thorough testing and confirmation that the water quality meets safety standards as per the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA). 

The City’s Water Production Bureau tested the water supply to ensure its safety and quality. There was no evidence that Evanston's water system had been contaminated due to the water main break in Skokie. 

Water Main Repair Progress

Interested in staying up-to-date on the water main repair progress? Refer to the Village of Skokie’s Boil Order Alert News Updates. 

For City of Evanston updates, visit cityofevanston.org/boilorder. Community members are encouraged to subscribe to the EvanstonAlerts emergency notification system.