USAF EARECKSON (Alaska) was under a boil water advisory issued on March 4, 2026. The notice was lifted on October 23, 2026. Source: Alaska DEC Drinking Water Program.
Details from the source
BWN issued for southern portion of the USAF Eareckson water system due to pressure loss. Construction began 3/9/26 on a pipe replacement project. The BWN affects building numbers: 490, 515, 516, 629, 718, 729, 743, 752, 754, 755, 584, 585. The BWN will remain in place until construction is complete, approval to operate is issued by the Department, and total coliform sampling shows the system to be free from contamination. 5/12/2026- Secondary BWN issued on 5/12/2026, for pressure loss over the weekend. This portion of the BWN was closed 5/18/26 following the receipt of 3 satisfactory sample results.
Alaska DEC Drinking Water Program
What to do now that it is lifted
- Run cold taps for a few minutes (start with the highest faucet in the house) to flush household pipes.
- Throw away ice and drinks made with unboiled water during the advisory; run the ice maker through three cycles.
- Replace refrigerator and point-of-use filter cartridges as the manufacturer recommends.
Always follow the instructions of the issuer — the water system or health authority. This page is an independent summary, not an official notice.
Is the boil water notice for Alaska still in effect?
No. It was lifted on October 23, 2026.