Suffolk County Water Authority News

Suffolk County Water Authority News


Jan 29, 2026

SCWA Crews Repair Over 200 Water Main Breaks in Deep Freeze

As bitter cold temperatures continue to grip Long Island, the Suffolk County Water Authority reports its crews have repaired more than 200 water main breaks since December, responding to a surge in damage caused by the ongoing deep freeze.

Jan 27, 2026

Suffolk County Water Authority partners with HomeServe for homeowner education and protection program

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) has announced a partnership with HomeServe, an independent company, to help educate homeowners about their responsibilities regarding water and sewer service lines.

Jan 15, 2026

Suffolk County Water Authority completes major water main replacement in Shirley

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) has finished replacing about 2,400 feet of old transite water main along Floyd Road and nearby streets in Shirley.

Dec 24, 2025

William Davidson joins Suffolk County Water Authority board for five-year term

William Davidson has joined the Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) Board after being unanimously confirmed by the Suffolk County Legislature on November 25.

Dec 24, 2025

Suffolk County Water Authority receives $7 million grant for new PFAS removal projects

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) has received $7 million in grant funding from the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation to support five new Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) treatment projects.

Oct 22, 2025

Residents invited to WaterTalk event in Center Moriches

It’s the life blood of Long Island and Suffolk residents are urged to learn more about it at WaterTalk.

Oct 10, 2025

East Moriches water main upgrade improves flow and quality

Better water on tap for East Moriches thanks to new main installation.

Sep 24, 2025

Suffolk County water alert lifted after summer shortages

Water can flow, but be frugal, authority urges.

Sep 20, 2025

SCWA seeks millions in water quality grants

$44 million from the state would go a long way for water quality in Suffolk.

Sep 10, 2025

Water Mains Upgraded in Mastic Beach as Part of Countywide Infrastructure Push

Water, water for Mastic Beach thanks to new mains.

Jul 18, 2025

Water Authority Lawsuit Over Toxic Contamination Goes to Trial

Water authority sues to get the toxins out.

Jul 10, 2025

Suffolk Water Authority to Receive $34 Million in Toxic Chemical Settlement

Here’s $34 million to clean water.

Jun 18, 2025

Suffolk County Water Authority: A Century of Safeguarding a Vital Resource

The South Shore Press takes a look at the history of the Suffolk Water Authority.

Mar 16, 2025

Water is the Topic of a Middle Island Talk

They’re talking about water in Middle Island.

Feb 18, 2025

Water Agency Sustains Top Tier Rating

Did the Suffolk Water Authority hold on to its top-tier rating in these times of persistent economic pressures and rising infrastructure costs?

Feb 5, 2025

SCWA Hard at Work Fixing Busted and Broken Pipes Due to Bone Chilling Cold

Since January 1st, SCWA crews have responded to 224 main breaks, more than double the same period last year when 101 main breaks were repaired.

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Plaintiff Alleges Unauthorized Surgery by Local Hospital

A Queens resident has filed a lawsuit against Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and several doctors over unauthorized surgery performed without consent during an emergency visit in April 2020.