Today, Mayor Landrieu provided an update on the winter weather event that impacted the city and region. Both Boil Water Advisories have been lifted and Sewerage and Water Board (S&WB) crews continue to work around the clock to find and repair leaks throughout New Orleans to strengthen the City’s water pressure.

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans, in conjunction with the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), has lifted the precautionary boil water advisory for New Orleans East. Bacteriological tests confirmed that water in the area is safe to drink and can be used for personal needs. Water pressure is still not restored to everyday levels. Residents are urged to continue to conserve water, repair pipes, and report leaks. 

Following this week’s hard freeze, the Sewerage and Water Board is asking residents to conserve water, inspect their property, repair broken pipes, and report leaks in your neighborhood. 

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans, in conjunction with the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), has lifted the precautionary boil water advisory for the East Bank of New Orleans and the Lower 9th Ward. Bacteriological tests confirmed that water in the area is safe to drink and can be used for personal needs. Precautionary boil water advisory for New Orleans East remains in effect.

The New Orleans Health Department continues to liaise with health care facilities during low water pressure and boil water advisories. Some local dialysis centers and health clinics are closed. Patients are encouraged to confirm appointments before traveling to dialysis centers or health clinics. 

Today, Mayor Mitch Landrieu hosted Governor John Bel Edwards, Jefferson Parish President Mike Yenni, as well as other regional parish officials to provide an update on the winter weather event impacting the region.

Updated reports of schools closures for Friday. 

The Sewerage & Water Board (S&WB) has issued a precautionary boil water advisory for the entire East Bank of New Orleans due to a further drop in water pressure Thursday morning, Jan. 18. This is an expansion of the advisory issued Wednesday for areas east of the Industrial Canal, including Venetian Isles, Lake Catherine and Irish Bayou. Neither advisory applies to the West Bank. 

The Sewerage & Water Board issued a precautionary boil water advisory for New Orleans East only, excluding the Lower 9th Ward, due to a drop in water pressure. Don't consume tap water, be careful bathing, and take care cleaning. 

Today, Mayor Mitch Landrieu and officials provided an update on winter weather impacting New Orleans. Mayor Landrieu urges residents and visitors to stay warm and safe during winter weather moving into the New Orleans region.