Laurel, Md. – Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 5:55 a.m. – WSSC Water has expanded the Boil Water Advisory (BWA) in Southern Prince George’s County due to a suspected water main break. The area, which was originally identified as everything south of MD 4 (Pennsylvania Avenue), now includes communities just north and east of MD 4 – along with all areas south of MD 4. Click on the map below to view the impacted areas. WSSC Water crews are in the process of locating the suspected break.
Customers can help us locate this break by reporting any water flowing steadily in wooded areas, streams running higher than normal or if customers notice the smell of chlorine outside. Please make all reports to: 301-206-4002 or emergencycallcenter@wsscwater.com.
Once the break has been located, crews will begin the repair process. This is a developing situation. There is currently no timeframe on when repairs will be complete or when the BWA will be lifted. More information will be forthcoming.
The BWA is affecting several hundred thousand customers in Southern Prince George’s County.
Click on the interactive map, type in your address to see if you live in the impacted area
Due to the size of the water main break, it is possible the customers in Southern Prince George’s County will have no water.
If customers living in southern Prince George’s County have any water coming from their taps, they should bring their water to a rolling boil for one minute then cool it before:
- Drinking
- Brushing teeth
- Washing fruits and vegetables
- Preparing baby food and formula
- Making ice
- Giving to pets
All stored water, drinks or ice made recently should be discarded. Boiled water can be stored in a clean container with a cover. Water does not have to be boiled before it is used for bathing as long as it is not consumed.
The BWA is necessary following an active water main break, which caused a large portion of the WSSC Water system in Southern Prince George’s County to lose pressure and, in many cases, lose water entirely. When this occurs, there is an increased risk of contamination to the water distribution system. WSSC Water recommends if you live in the affected area, you should boil your water per the guidelines stated above.
WSSC Water will test samples from the impacted area to ensure the water is safe for consumption. Once water safety has been confirmed, WSSC Water will lift the BWA and will notify customers that the advisory has been lifted.
Check the WSSC Water website, X (@WSSCWaterNews) and Facebook for updates as this situation develops. For more information, please contact the WSSC Water Emergency Call Center at 301-206-4002.
