The Town of Renfrew has issued a boil-water advisory to residents who live north of the Bonnechere River after the water distribution system lost pressure during a “major” water main break Monday.
It’s in effect until further notice, according to town officials who consulted with the Renfrew County district health unit.
Untreated tap water should not be used for drinking, making infant formula or juices, making ice, washing fruits, vegetables or brushing teeth.
For these purposes, boiled water or commercially bottled water should be used.
The water should be brought to a rapid, rolling boil for one minute.
If there are kids around, place the pot on a back burner to avoid scalds and boil only as much water in a pot as you can comfortably lift to prevent spills.
Throw out ice, disinfect the trays and make fresh ice using boiled, cooled water.
Visit renfrew.ca for a map of the affected area.
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