Boil Water Advisory – Whale Cove
Last updated Thursday, November 30, 2023
Public Health Advisory
Boil Water Advisory – Whale Cove
The Department of Health advises all residents of Whale Cove to boil their water before consumption until further notice.
This is a precautionary measure due to total coliform bacteria in the water system.
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.
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Media Contact:
Danarae Sommerville
Communications Specialist
Department of Health
867-975-5712
@email