Last Updated: January 11, 2025
As of Saturday, January 11, the Boil Water Advisories in Richmond and in Henrico have lifted! After thorough testing, both localities have determined that water supplies are safe to drink.
Post-Boil Water Advisory Resources:
- Richmond residents should follow rva.gov or call 311 for city-related updates and needs.
- Henrico residents should follow henrico.gov or call 804-501-4275 for county-related updates and needs.
- All residents can consult the Office of Drinking Water guidance for after a Boil Water Advisory (available in English and Spanish)
- Restaurants and Food Service Establishments can locate advisory lifting guidelines at rhhd.gov/bwa-fse.
Our communities have had a long week. We have experienced winter weather, water shortages, and the ongoing Boil Water Advisories for both Richmond and Henrico. These events have presented challenges for our families, our small businesses, and our schools. Throughout the week, we’ve been privileged to watch neighbors caring for another and working together.
RHHD’s mission is to protect health, champion equity, and partner to address local needs. Our mission has been at the core of our work this week and will continue to be so, no matter what our communities experience next. Below, you can find information on staying safe and healthy as we move into the weekend.
Boil Water Advisories still in effect for the City of Richmond and Henrico County
While we are under the Boil Water Advisories (BWA), the most important thing you can do is to follow Richmond updates at rva.gov and Henrico updates at henrico.gov. Our local governments will let us know when the tap water is safe to drink!
Until then, we all have a lot of understandable questions about what a Boil Water Advisory means. The Virginia Department of Health has answers!
- Find general advice about daily activities while we are under a BWA (yes, you can shower—just don’t drink the water!)
- Find the same general advice in Spanish!
- Learn more about VDH’s response to the Richmond water plant and health guidance.
- Consult guidelines for food service establishments during a BWA.
You can also follow RHHD on Instagram (@richmondcity_hd) and Facebook for the most timely updates and advice!
Winter weather headed our way
With another round of snow and ice likely for Friday night into Saturday, we need to keep practicing winter weather safety! A few reminders this weekend:
- Black ice is a possibility when precipitation meets freezing temperatures—walk, drive, and bike carefully if you need to leave the house.
- The Virginia Department of Transportation reminds anyone who needs to be on the roads to check 511 ahead of time—calling or using the app will help you plan travel along the safest routes!
- Plan ahead for staying warm in case of power outages. Flashlights are safer inside than candles, and generators should remain outdoors.
Find more information about preparing for winter weather with the National Weather Service.
Stay checked in with your friends, neighbors, and local governments, and together we can be prepared, healthy, and safe!