originally posted on June 1. 2016

The city of Gatineau has advised the residents of the Hull sector to boil tapwater for at least a minute before drinking it or using it to brush their teeth.

The city gave no reason for the advisory, but noted tapwater may “appear discoloured.”

“The tap water can safely be used as is for baths, showers, laundry and doing dishes,” the advisory notes.

There was no estimated time frame for the advisory.