non-potable water Emoji
🚱 indicates that water is not safe to drink.
U+1F6B1
🚱 is the non-potable water symbol, used to show that drinking the water is unsafe. It’s commonly seen on signs, maps, and interfaces to prevent accidental consumption. You can copy it directly into documents and code.
non-potable water Emoji Meaning
The 🚱 emoji represents non-potable water, meaning the water should not be used for drinking or consumption. It’s often used in contexts where water is treated, contaminated, temporarily unavailable, or restricted for safety reasons. Designers and writers use it to make warnings instantly recognizable, especially in maps, public signage, building instructions, and app notifications. In digital content, it can also support accessibility by pairing the icon with clear text like “Do not drink” or “Not safe for consumption,” ensuring the message is understood by everyone. The symbol corresponds to Unicode name “NON-POTABLE WATER” (U+1F6B1).
Common uses
- •Labeling water sources that are unsafe to drink on maps and travel guides
- •Adding a safety warning in building instructions or facility signage
- •Notifying users in apps about restricted water availability or treatment status
- •Marking captions for images or infographics about contaminated water
- •Clarifying form or document text for public health and safety updates
Examples
🚱 Non-potable water symbol
- 🚱Water refill station: 🚱 — do not drink.
- 🚱This area’s tap water is 🚱 (non-potable).
- 🚱Boil before use is required. Current source: 🚱.
- 🚱Public fountains marked 🚱 should not be consumed.
- 🚱Emergency instructions: avoid 🚱 water for drinking.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1F6B1 | |
| HTML Entity | 🚱 | |
| HTML Code | 🚱 | |
| CSS | \1F6B1 |
FAQ
What does 🚱 mean?
🚱 means non-potable water—water that should not be used for drinking or consumption.
Where should I use the non-potable water symbol?
It’s commonly used on signs, maps, safety documentation, and app/UI alerts to warn users against drinking unsafe water.
How do I copy 🚱 into code?
You can use the HTML entity 🚱, the CSS escape \\1F6B1, or the JavaScript escape \\u{1F6B1}.
Should I include text with 🚱?
Yes. Pair the icon with clear wording like “Do not drink” to ensure the warning is understood by all users.