You'll get the all-clear from officials, usually tested and safe. But don't celebrate by chugging straight from the tap. Flush your pipes first. Run hot and cold water for at least five minutes, change your fridge filter, and run the dishwasher on hot for a cycle.
Think of it as a welcome-home party for your plumbing. After that, go ahead and sip that cold tap water like it's champagne. You earned it.
And remember: next time you see that advisory, don't panic. Grab your biggest pot, set a timer for one minute—or seven if you're in the mountains—and know you're doing the one thing that always works. Patience and bubbles. It's not rocket science; it's just dinner science.
