In preparation for the arrival of Hurricane Milton, Toho Water Authority has announced that its offices will be closed starting today, Wednesday, October 9, with closures expected to last throughout the storm. The Authority is also enacting emergency response measures to ensure service continuity and safety for all residents during the hurricane. Toho will continue to respond to water-related emergencies as long as conditions are safe to do so.
Store tap water
As part of a hurricane plan, households should have enough water to last them and their pets at least three days.
- Potable water: Tap water can be stored in clean containers with lids. This water can be used for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth and washing dishes. Households should have one gallon of potable water per person per day for at least days. Consider freezing some containers or food storage bags to help keep food cold while providing water if needed.
- Non-potable water: Your household will also need water for flushing toilets, bathing and any other way you use water that does not involve food preparation or ingestion. Fill up a bathtub (make sure the drain doesn’t leak), large container or clean trash can with tap water.
Help reduce flooding and infrastructure impacts
Flooding in our communities impacts both roads and homes and can also strain wastewater collection systems, especially during power outages. Customers can help by doing the following:
- Turn off irrigation systems
- Reduce water use that goes to the sewer system (dishwashers, showers, clothes washers)
- Wait to dispose of stored water until flooding has receded and power is restored
Advisories
If a boil water advisory is issued, customers will be notified by phone message, social media, Toho’s website and other communication tools. The advisories can be found in our News & Alerts section on tohowater.com and shared with local media outlets.