The boil water advisory issued for the Village of Alix has been lifted.
The notice was issued after the water in the municipality was shut off on May 10 due to a leak in the waterline.
Water service was restored later that evening, after officials reported the break was discovered near the old fire hall.
The advisory was lifted on Saturday, May 12 after samples confirmed the water was safe to consume.
“When they shut off the water line there is a chance the water has become contaminated,” said Dr. Digby Horne, Zone Medical Officer of Health.
These tests came back negative for e-coli and thermotolerant chloroforms.
Several porta-potties and wash stations were also set up in the community while the water service was disconnected.
“We hand delivered notices to the residents about the water issue and the boil water advisory, and we just wanted to express our thanks for everyone understanding the situation,” said Tanya Meston, Director of Corporate Services.
More information on what to do during a boil water advisory can be found at: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/wf/eph/wf-eph-boil-water-advisory-water-home-safety.pdf Albertans can also call Health Link Alberta, toll-free, at 811 for health advice and information, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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A water main break has prompted a boil water advisory for residents in the Village of Herkimer.
Residents who live in the Petrie Development and along Route 28 in the village will need to boil their water until further notice.
A water main break has prompted a boil water advisory for residents in the Village of Herkimer.
Residents who live in the Petrie Development and along Route 28 will need to boil their water until further notice.
The break happened on Dicke Avenue between Route 28 and Willis Avenue around 7 p.m. Thursday.
Crews worked throughout the night to fix the break.
The boil water advisory will be in effect until further notice, but at least for the next 48 hours.
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UPDATE: The Village of Alix has shut off the water service until further notice due to a main break.
At this time, there is no word on a timeline for restoration as crews work to repair the line.
Shortly after noon today (May 10), Alberta Health Services (AHS) issued a precautionary boil water advisory for the village due to an issue within the water system.

Earlier this afternoon, the Village of Alix has shut off its water service until further notice.
According to staff from the village, a water main break has force the total shutdown of the system and no water is flowing.
At this time, there is no word on a timeline for restoration as crews work to repair the line.
Water Trucks will be available for potable water at the Alix Arena parking lot and the Alix Fire Hall parking lot.

A boil water advisory has been issued for the Rossburn water system after a line break at the water treatment plant , according to the province.
This break has led to the loss of water pressure in the distribution system, which can compromise water safety.
All water that is used for consumption needs to be boiled for at least one minute.
This includes water that is used for drinking, ice making, preparing beverages like infant formula, preparing food and brushing teeth.
Tap water does not need to be boiled if it’s used for other household tasks, such as laundry or washing dishes.
Adults and older children that can avoid swallowing the water can bathe or shower.
The news release recommends that young children are sponge bathed.
If boiling is not possible and alternate supply of water, such as bottled water, should be consumed.
The boil water advisory will remain effect until further notice when the water supply no longer presents a risk.

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) The City of Toledo has issued a boil advisory for Walker Avenue, from Sylvania Avenue to Dryden Drive.
The advisory will be in effect while the city repairs the water distribution system.
It will expire Monday, May 14, at 5:00 p.m.. About 49 customers are affected and are advised to boil all water for three minutes before drinking it or using it to cook.
That includes ice making, teeth brushing, or washing dishes.
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Residents of Alix are immediately being asked to stop consuming water from their taps.
Shortly after noon today (May 10), Alberta Health Services (AHS) issued a precautionary boil water advisory for the village due to an issue within the water system.
Everyone connected to village water — homes and businesses — are being told to bring water to a rolling boil for at least one minute before using it for drinking, brushing teeth, cleaning raw foods, preparing infant formula or juices and making ice among other things.
There is no need to boil the water for use in baths or washing clothes.
However, when washing hands, it is recommended that in addition to washing with soap and water that people also use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer containing more than 60 per cent alcohol after drying them.
According to the release, Village of Alix crews are working to address the issue and restore an appropriate water supply.
However, until water testing can confirm the safety of the water, the advisory will remain in effect until further notice.
AHS Environmental Public Health officers will continue to monitor the situation until that time.
More information is available online at www.albertahealthservices.ca and search for the boil water link or people can contact Health Link toll free by calling 811 for any advice and health information.

When Thorah Central Public School students need water they just turn on a tap.
Maxine Scott’s Grade 7/8 class now has a greater appreciation for being able to access clean water after a recent visit by Water First educator Carol Lynn Wallace.
Water First is a non-profit organization that works with Ontario indigenous people providing training to help them manager their own water systems.
The students took part in a GUSH workshop that is designed to introduce youth to the challenges many Ontario First Nations face in accessing safe water.
One in five First Nations communities in Canada – and two in five in Ontario – are under a boil water advisory.
Wallace added there can be a disconnect between students living in central and southern Ontario and what is happening in the north, specifically relating to the Ring of Fire chromite mining and smelting development project.
The massive project will impact nine First Nations communities – including Neshkantaga which hasn’t had clean water for more than 20 years – as well as the James Bay Lowlands, the third largest wetland in the world.
During the workshop, students explored the extent of the mine’s environmental impact by building and testing a hands-on watershed model.
“It helps mimic what could potentially happen,” said Wallace.
“Most kids don’t want to be on the mine side,” quipped Wallace, noting that, while there are benefits such as the installation of water treatment plants, jobs, access to hydro – many residents use diesel generators – and roads to the current fly-in-only communities, the mine has a finite lifespan.

A boil water advisory is in effect for the Village of Alix, Alberta Health Services announced Thursday.
Residents are asked to bring water to a rolling boil for at least one minute before consumption, which includes drinking, brushing teeth, cleaning raw foods, preparing infant formula or juices and making ice.
Water used for bathing or washing clothes doesn’t need to be boiled.
For hand-washing, use soap and water and then an alcohol-based hand sanitizer containing more than 60 per cent alcohol after drying your hands.
The advisory will remain in effect until further notice.
AHS Environmental Public Health officers will continue to monitor the situation, including sampling and testing drinking water to ensure it is safe for consumption.
The Village of Alix is taking corrective action to restore appropriate water supply, AHS said.

The Village of Alix is without water service right now until further notice, as it is shut off due to a water main break.
Water trucks will be available for drinkable water at the Alix Arena Parking Lot, and the Alix Fire Hall Parking lot.
Meanwhile, Alberta Health Services issued a boil water advisory for the village, that means as soon as water service is resorted, your advised to bring any water used to a rolling boil for one minute prior to using it for domestic purposes including drinking, making infant formula and juices, brushing teeth, washing raw foods, and making ice.
The advisory is being issued as a precautionary measure until the safety of the water can be assured.
Stay tuned for further updates, as we will provide them for you as they become available.