Can my family take showers or baths using tap water?

The risk of bathing or showering in tap water is uncertain and so should be avoided, particularly by people with open wounds or who are immuno-compromised. For those people who choose to shower or bathe in the tap water, minimize the time spent in the water and be sure to keep your eyes and mouth closed. Babies and young children should not bathe or shower in tap water because they often swallow some water accidentally.

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1. Why have I been notified?
2. Why must I boil my water?
3. How long will the Boil Order remain in effect?
4. How can I make my water safe?
5. Can I use bottled water?
6. During a Boil Order, what can I use my tap water for?
7. Can I wash my hands using tap water?
8. Can my family take showers or baths using tap water?
9. Can I wash dishes using tap water?
10. Can I use my coffee maker, ice machine, water or soda dispenser?
11. Can I give my pets tap water?
12. Who can be affected?
13. What are the symptoms of water-borne illness?
14. What if I drank water already?
15. What is E. coli bacteria?