UPDATE: Local state of emergency in Pangnirtung - April 8, 2015 – CURRENT UPDATE: 2 p.m.
Emergency Bulletin
UPDATE: Local state of emergency in Pangnirtung
April 8, 2015 – CURRENT UPDATE: 2 p.m.
Iqaluit, NU
The situation in Pangnirtung remains unchanged today, after power was restored on Monday, April 6, 2015.
Power remains on throughout the entire community. Residents are asked to conserve power as much as possible, as the emergency back-up generators powering the community are a temporary measure until a mid-term solution can be put into place.
The intention is to have larger generators and transformers transported to the community as soon as possible to stabilize the power network. The Qulliq Energy Corporation and Nunavut Emergency Management are working to mobilize equipment from southern locations and determine the most efficient and economical means of transportation to the community.
The NCC building in Pangnirtung remains closed until further notice. This affects the Pangnirtung regional offices of Education, Family Services, Health, Environment, Community and Government Services, and Economic Development and Transportation. Staff are not expected to report to work during the office closure.
The community health centre is open, and Government of Nunavut essential services staff are working from alternate locations.
The local state of emergency will remain in effect until a mid-term solution is arranged. Please listen to the local community radio station for information on office closures and important updates.
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Media Contact:
Hillary CaseyInformation Officer Nunavut Emergency Management867-975-5342[email protected]