News Release: City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management Lifts Boil Water Advisory for Residents and Businesses in ALL Impacted Areas

NEWS RELEASE

City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management Lifts Boil Water Advisory for Residents and Businesses in ALL Impacted Areas

South Fulton, Fairburn, Union City, Chattahoochee Hills, and Palmetto

ATLANTA – BOIL WATER ADVISORY LIFTED. As of 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, the City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management (DWM) has lifted the Boil Water Advisory issued on Sunday, October 11, 2026, for all residents and businesses in South Fulton, Fairburn, Union City, Chattahoochee Hills, and Palmetto.

Sampling results have confirmed that no contamination was detected in the public water system. Water may be used for all purposes without boiling. The City’s drinking water meets or exceeds standards established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act. Also, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division has been notified.

DWM remains committed to protecting the safety and well-being of all our customers. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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