What’s the difference between a Boil Order and a Boil Advisory?

A boil advisory is to a tornado watch as a boil order is to a tornado warning. A tornado watch is issued to alert people to the possibility of a tornado development in your area. A tornado warning is issued when a tornado has actually been sighted or is indicated by radar.

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1. What’s the difference between a Boil Order and a Boil Advisory?
2. So, What is a Boil Order?
3. What is a Boil Advisory?
4. What precautions should I take if under a boil order or a boil advisory?
5. Do I need to boil bath water?
6. What are the causes of boil orders?