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Emergency Information
Here are some tips on how to prepare for an emergency, how to treat water in an emergency, and how to prevent, prepare, and respond to freezing or burst pipes.
During an emergency, such as a major earthquake, the City of Lake Oswego may issue a "boil water notice" until it can verify that the water is not contaminated and is safe to drink. During a "boil water notice" period, any water used for drinking or food preparation should be boiled at a full rolling boil for at least one full minute.
When temperatures are at or below freezing, water pipes can freeze or break. Here are some tips on how to prevent, prepare, and respond to freezing or burst pipes.
As temperatures dip below freezing, pipes and faucets near or in exterior walls may be at risk of freezing and bursting, resulting in water problems when warmer temperatures return.
It is possible to detect leaks in your home on your own. Most water leaks can be seen or heard, though some can be difficult to detect.
