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Apalachicola Lifts Boil Water Notice Amid Ongoing Emergency

6/29/2025

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Apalachicola, Florida, has lifted its boil water notice after successfully flushing Well #7, but residents are advised to run their taps for five minutes. A Local State of Emergency is still in effect until July 4, and while bottled water distribution is ongoing, it may conclude soon. The city is actively addressing water system challenges caused by Hurricane Helene.

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Apalachicola, Florida, has lifted its boil water notice after successfully flushing Well #7, but residents are advised to run their taps for five minutes. A Local State of Emergency is still in effect until July 4, and while bottled water distribution is ongoing, it may conclude soon. The city is actively addressing water system challenges caused by Hurricane Helene.