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Emergency Plan - Grand Strand Water and Sewer Authority

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APPENDIX 13<br />

PRESS RELEASES<br />

Boiling: Boil vigorously for 3 to 5 minutes<br />

Purification Tablets: Purchase from drug store, follow directions.<br />

Hypochlorite (St<strong>and</strong>ard Household) Bleach: Unscented liquid household bleach can be used. It<br />

contains Hypochlorite, usually 5.25%. Use 8 drops per gallon of water. Let st<strong>and</strong> for a minimum<br />

of 30 minutes before using. Do not use granular bleach.<br />

Tincture of Iodine: Same as bleach.<br />

Storm Recovery<br />

Mark your home's water meter with a brightly colored stick or object to protect it from roadside<br />

debris cleanup.<br />

DO NOT HIDE your water meter or other utility receptacles with hurricane debris. Keep the area<br />

well marked <strong>and</strong> clear.<br />

Limit toilet flushing until wastewater system operations return to normal.<br />

Conserve water uses.<br />

Additional Resources<br />

For more information, please go to the following web sites:<br />

www.GSWSA.com<br />

www.horrycounty.org

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