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.
Household water leaks can be a source of wasted water and additional expense. Common types of leaks found at home are worn toilet flappers, dripping faucets, and faulty irrigation systems. These types of leaks can be simple to identify, and some can be easily repaired. Fixing household water leaks can save homeowners on their water bills.
If this is an emergency and your water service needs to be turned off, call:
Business hours: (503) 635-0280 for Public Works
After hours: (503) 635-0238 for LOCOM
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.
