Safe Water Use in Flint

The amount of lead found in some Flint homes could be harmful, especially to children. Learn about steps that the State of Michigan is recommending for its residents to help keep them safe from exposure to lead, such as properly filtering your water.

For Flint Residents

• Properly Used Filters Protect Flint Residents from Lead in Water  (in Español)
• Updates on Flint Water Safety & Steps You Can Take (in Español)
• Getting Clean Water to Flint:  Where the System is Now  (in Español)
• Information about water filters
• Water resource and filter sites
  
• Keeping your home lead safe.  Clean your aerators.
  
• Lead in Flint water
• How to properly test your water 
• Adding phosphate to Flint water
• Food Establishment Compliance List
  
• Recommendations for licensed food establishments using City of Flint water

About Lead Exposure

• Basic Information about Lead in Drinking Water
• Sources of lead in water
  

For Pet Owners

• Keep your pet safe from lead (in Español)
• Lead toxicosis and animal health:  A guide for veterinarians in Michigan

For Home Gardeners

• Lead safety for the home gardener