October 11, 2024 update:
BSU is asking residents to be mindful when beginning the recovery process at their residences. Homeowners along the Imperial River, the Bonita Beach Road area west of 41 and the Barrier Islands should continue to limit water usage.
Be sure to keep tree clippings and other debris from around BSU’s equipment on your property. This includes backflows, meters, fire hydrants and sewer clean out lids. Removing obstructions will assist our crews in repairing damage caused by Hurricane Milton.
Many areas remain without power. If you do not have power, the wastewater pump station serving you may not have power. At this time, our staff is pumping down stations using portable generators. To ease stress on sewer operations and help prevent backups or spills, please adhere to the following:
•Limit running water and toilet flushing.
•Do not run dishwashers and clothes washers as soon as you have power restored.
•Limit water use in the shower or bath.
Remember: as a BSU member, your water and wastewater service comes from BSU, not other utilities or local governments that may issue separate notices. Boil water notices will be posted at Service Alerts.
Stay connected. Visit our website at www.bsu.us or our Facebook page for timely and pertinent updates on your water supply, wastewater services and hours of operation.
October 10, 2024 update:
BSU has fully restored water service to affected areas, including portions of Bonita Beach Road, Little and Big Hickory Islands and Black Island. Importantly, water pressure remained above 20 psi throughout the situation, allowing us to rescind the boil water notice for those areas.
Remember: as a BSU member, your water and wastewater service comes from BSU, not other utilities or local governments that may issue separate notices. Boil water notices will be posted at Service Alerts.
Stay connected. Visit our website at www.bsu.us or our Facebook page for timely and pertinent updates on your water supply, wastewater services and hours of operation.
October 9, 2024 update:
BSU will reduce water pressure for a portion of Bonita Beach Road, Little and Big Hickory Islands and Black Island due to mandatory evacuations in Zone A. This measure is intended to protect the potable water supply.
A boil water notice has been issued for these areas only. Sanitary sewer service will also be limited.
Remember: as a BSU member, your water and wastewater service comes from BSU, not other utilities or local governments that may issue separate notices. Boil water notices will be posted at Service Alerts.
Stay connected. Visit our website at www.bsu.us or our Facebook page for timely and pertinent updates on your water supply, wastewater services and hours of operation.
October 8, 2024 update:
Staff has been working hard to prepare our water supply system for Hurricane Milton’s effects. The supply system is performing well, and we are prepared to weather storm conditions while continuing to provide water to residents. Residents are reminded to limit water use to ease stress on sewer operations and help prevent backups or spills.
- Keep toilet flushing to a minimum
- Abstain from running dishwashers and clothes washers
- Limit the amount of water used during a shower or the amount to fill your bathtub
Remember: as a BSU member, your water and wastewater service comes from BSU, not other utilities or local governments that may issue separate notices. Boil water notices will be posted at Service Alerts.
Stay connected. Visit our website at www.bsu.us or our Facebook page for timely and pertinent updates on your water supply, wastewater services and hours of operation.
October 7, 2024 update:
We continue to monitor Hurricane Milton closely. Our Customer Service Center will close today, Monday, October 7th at 5 p.m. and reopen on Friday, October 11th at 7:30 a.m. This is subject to change if conditions have not improved at that time.
Members who require emergency assistance may contact us at 239-992-0711.
Remember: as a BSU member, your water and wastewater service comes from BSU, not other utilities or local governments that may issue separate notices. Boil water notices will be posted at Service Alerts.
Prepare in Advance of a Storm
- If your home has a water shut-off valve, locate it and clear out any shrubbery or obstructions.
- Locate your sewer clean-out and remove any shrubbery or obstructions.
- If you evacuate, turn off the water shut-off valve to minimize damage to your home’s interior if a pipe bursts.
- If you turn off the water shut-off valve, follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for turning off or unplugging your hot water heater.
Stay connected. Visit our website at www.bsu.us or our Facebook page for timely and pertinent updates on your water supply, wastewater services and hours of operation.
