Boil Water Advisory – Whale Cove
Public Health Advisory
Boil Water Advisory – Whale Cove
The Department of Health is issuing a boil water advisory for the residents of Whale Cove.
This is a precautionary measure due to the transition from the filter box to the legacy water treatment plant and the potential for bacteria to be present in the water.
During a boil water advisory, all water for consumption must be brought to a rolling boil for a minimum of one full minute.
It is essential that all water be boiled for the following uses:
- Drinking.
- Preparing infant formulas.
- Preparing juices and ice cubes.
- Washing fruits and vegetables.
- Cooking; or
- Brushing of teeth.
Water can be boiled either in a pot or kettle on a stove or an electric kettle without an automatic shut-off. The boil water advisory is only for the uses listed above.
The Department of Health will notify the community when the boil water advisory is lifted.
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Media Contact:
Danarae Sommerville
Communications Specialist
Department of Health
867-975-5712
@email