BENTON HARBOR, Mich. -- Free bottled water is being provided by the state as residents are encouraged to use bottled water for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, rinsing foods, and mixing powdered baby formula.

Homebound residents without transportation can contact 211, which is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

If you cannot call 211, call 844-875-9211.

Bottled water pickup will take place at Benton Harbor High School, located at 870 Colfax Avenue.

The schedule for bottled water pickup is:

Tuesday, April 19

• 12 – 2 p.m. – Volunteers from Abundant Life C.O.G.I.C.
• 4 – 6 p.m. – Volunteers from Ebenezer Baptist Church

Wednesday, April 20

• 12 – 2 p.m. – Volunteers from Purpose Church Ministries
• 4 – 6 p.m. – Volunteers from Purpose Church Ministries

Thursday, April 21

• 12 - 2 p.m. - Volunteers from Ebenezer Baptist Church
• 4 – 6 p.m. – Volunteers from Brotherhood of All Nations

Saturday, April 23

• 12 – 2 p.m. – Volunteers from Boys & Girls Club of Benton Harbor
• 2 – 4 p.m. – Volunteers from New Covenant Community Baptist Church

Sunday, April 24

• 2 – 4 p.m. – Volunteers from Abundant Life C.O.G.I.C.
• 4 – 6 pm – Volunteers from Brotherhood of All Nations

Monday, April 25

• 12 – 2 p.m. – Volunteers from Abundant Life C.O.G.I.C.

Southwest Community Action Agency, 331 Miller Street, will host self-serve water pickup as follows:

• Wednesday, April 20, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Thursday, April 21, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Friday, April 22, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Monday, April 25, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The Berrien County Health Department also has certified filters available to residents free of charge. 

Additional dates and locations for bottled water pick up will be added to make sure community needs are met. Visit the state website for additional information.