Boiling Water In Hoboken: Suez Lifts Order (UPDATED)

HOBOKEN, NJ — Suez Water told Hoboken and Jersey City residents Sunday morning that they still must boil their water, after receiving word from the state DEP. The mayor of Hoboken also posted a long update on Facebook with information.

[UPDATE: The order was lifted Sunday evening. However, Suez Water recommends flushing your faucet and other measures. See the full story here.]

Suez answered a resident's question Sunday:

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Suez also answered questions like "What if you did drink the water" in this Twitter thread.

The mayor of Hoboken posted:

The original order came Thursday after water main breaks and problems at the Cedar Grove Aqueduct following Tropical Depression Ida.

Luckily, forecasters don't expect Hurricane Larry to hit the United States this week, although it could bring some rain as it passes by offshore.

Past Coverage

Saturday night, as Hoboken ended a third day of both businesses and residents having to boil their water, the city Tweeted:

Some residents were boiling mad on Twitter. And in response, one observer wondered how they'd feel if they lived in communities that struggled for long periods without clean water.

Suez Water reiterated Saturday at 10:24 p.m. that they had not lifted the boil-water order.

Saturday around 8:40 p.m. they Tweeted:

Jersey City/Hoboken residents: While we await results from water quality testing, please remember that water that has been boiled for one minute and cooled is safe for all purposes, including consumption. pic.twitter.com/40LWGve4Pv — SUEZ Water NJ (@SUEZwaterNJ) September 5, 2021

The city had Tweeted around 6:30 p.m.:

Boil Water Update: The City anticipates receiving an update from NJDEP and SUEZ regarding the boil water order late tonight. As soon as it is received, we will issue an update to the public. — City of Hoboken (@CityofHoboken) September 4, 2021

The city had noted these updates on Friday:

• While flooding has subsided in several areas, there is still flooding in various areas of southwest Hoboken. Flood pumps remain operational and continue to pump out water. Please avoid the area. Towing operations of flooded and abandoned vehicles is still ongoing. If you must travel, please do so through the north end.
• Residents can come to City Hall at 94 Washington St. to fill their own containers with water.
• You should document or photograph your flood-damaged items before discarding, as the city may get reimbursement funds. READ MORE: Hey, Hoboken, Don't Toss Flood-Damaged Items Without Photographing
• Those seeking a COVID test must make an appointment at www.hobokennj.gov/testing.
• The damaged aqueduct which supplies the city with water has been repaired. Water main repairs at Second and Clinton streets have been completed.

Earlier Storm Coverage And Photos

The flood-prone mile-square city was still suffering from flooding at numerous intersections Thursday as the city cleaned up after Tropical Depression Ida. Below are photos taken after noon on Thursday. PRIOR COVERAGE: This Time Hoboken's Floods Have Snakes

Meanwhile, weather forecasters were closely tracking the path of Hurricane Larry. Track it here.

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