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SCWA Partners with Good Samaritans Center for Pediatric Care to Promote Hydration Among Children

Apr 09, 2026

The Suffolk County Water Authority continued its partnership with Good Samaritan’s Center for Pediatric Care in Babylon, providing reusable water bottles to children seen by the Center’s specialists each day.

The Suffolk County Water Authority Announces Innovation in Water Research Fund and Inaugural Grant to Stony Brook Center for Clean Water Technology

Mar 31, 2026

The Suffolk County Water Authority announced the establishment of the Innovation in Water Research Fund to support projects that are at the forefront of research and innovation in the water industry. SCWA awarded the fund's inaugural grant to the Stony Brook Center for Clean Water Technology (CCWT) to research new carbon sources for PFAS removal systems.

Suffolk County Water Authority Approves $346 Million Budget for Fiscal Year 2027

Mar 30, 2026

At its March 26th board meeting, the Suffolk County Water Authority adopted its budget for Fiscal Year 2027, totaling $346 million. The budget funds advanced water treatment and infrastructure upgrades while responding to changing economic factors.

Suffolk County Water Authority Completes Water Main Replacement Project in East Islip

Mar 23, 2026

The Suffolk County Water Authority replaced approximately 5,000 feet of aging water main on East Madison Street in East Islip. The project was part of SCWA’s ongoing effort to modernize its distribution system and enhanced service reliability for local customers.

Suffolk County Water Authority Reports Record Breaking Main Break Season During Winter

Mar 19, 2026

As the winter season ends the Suffolk County Water Authority reported that its repair crews worked around the clock to address 504 main water breaks from December through February—the highest number through that period in at least a decade. Across Suffolk County, crews braved sub-zero temperatures and ice to maintain reliable service to SCWA’s 1.2 million customers.

Suffolk County Water Authority Acts to Protect North Fork Water Supply Project

Feb 13, 2026

The Suffolk County Water Authority took action this week to protect the North Fork’s water supply project by commencing an action in Suffolk Courts against the Town of Riverhead.

As Deep Freeze Continues Across Long Island, Suffolk Water Authority Crews Repair More Than 200 Main Breaks Since December

Jan 29, 2026

With a deep freeze continuing to grip Long Island, the Suffolk County Water Authority says its repair crews have been working around the clock to address 219 main water breaks this season.

Suffolk County Water Authority Mobilizes for Impending Snowstorm

Jan 23, 2026

As a major winter storm approaches the region, the Suffolk County Water Authority has initiated emergency preparedness protocols to ensure the reliable delivery of high-quality drinking water to all customers. Despite the forecasted conditions, SCWA operations will continue 24/7.

Suffolk County Water Authority Announces Homeowner Education and Protection Program

Jan 21, 2026

The Suffolk County Water Authority has partnered with HomeServe, an independent company, to educate homeowners about their service line responsibilities and introduce optional protection plans for the water and sewer lines that connect their homes to utility systems.

Suffolk County Water Authority Replaces 2,400 Feet of Aging Water Main in Shirley to Improve System Reliability

Jan 15, 2026

The Suffolk County Water Authority has completed the replacement of approximately 2,400 feet of aging transite water main along Floyd Road and surrounding streets following an uptick in main breaks in the area.