Precautionary Drinking Water Advisory
Originally posted on July 18, 2016
This Advisory applies to all residents and users of the Town of La Ronge water distribution system and is effective at 8:00 p.m., July 18, 2016, until further notice.
Due to a drinking water system depressurization of town the Town of La Ronge water distribution system. Therefore, pursuant to Clause 32(1)(a) of The Environmental Management and Protection Act 2002, consumers must be notified to:
(a) boil all water used for drinking purposes for at least one (1) minute, at a rolling boil, prior to use;
(b) boil water to be used for other activities where it may be ingested, including:
(i) brushing teeth or soaking false teeth;
(ii) dishwashing, unless sanitized in another fashion;
(iii)washing fruits and vegetables;
(iv) food or drink which will not be subsequently boiled; and
(v) ice cubes;
(c) not drink from any public drinking fountains supplied with water from the public water supply;
(d) under most circumstances, not need to boil water used for other household purposes. Adults, adolescents and older children may shower, bathe or wash using tap water but should avoid swallowing the water. Laundry may be washed in tap water, either by hand or by machine.
(e) ensure that younger children and infants are sponge bathed;
(f) use an alternative water source known to be safe, if they do not wish to boil the water; and
(g) consult with your physician if you have cuts or rashes that are severe before using the water.
(h) Flush all taps used for drinking, cooking and bathing for five minutes and until clear once water services are turned back on.
If you require any additional information, please contact the following:
Kerry Desjarlais – EPO, Water Security Agency (306) 953-2296
Mamawetan Churchill River Health Region (306) 425-8512
Town of La Ronge Office (306) 425-2066
Media Contact – Water Security Agency (306) 694-8914
Boil water advisory remains in Picton and Bloomfield
A boil water advisory issued on March 30 remains in place for residents connected to the Picton and Bloomfield water system despite the successful recovery of a partially submerged barge in Picton Bay on Saturday afternoon.
A bulk water station where residents can purchase potable water has been set up in Wellington at the Wellington and District Community Centre on 111 Belleville St.
The dispensing unit is coin-operated and has a one-inch connection.
The county is working to install another bulk water unit in Picton.
A statement from Canada’s Department of Fisheries and Oceans said all hazardous materials have been removed from the vessel.
During the recovery of the barge, extra efforts were made to contain pollution in the surrounding environment, according to a statement released Saturday by the Canadian Coast Guard.
Additional floating barriers and special vacuums were deployed to collect any run-off from the barge.
"Through expertise and teamwork we were able to re-float the barge safely," Chris Kirby, director of project management at McKeil Marine Limited, said in a media release.
The barge was repositioned closer to the dock and had two pipe sections removed to make it easier to lift, according to the release.
The deck of the barge is now fully out of the water.
Boil advisory remains for county water customers – bottled water program available
Boil advisory remains for county water customers – bottled water program available.
A boil water advisory is still in effect for residents of Sugarloaf, according to the Shasta County Department of Public Works.
Last month, E. Coli was found in the well that serves the water system.
The advisory is in effect for the Sugarloaf water system, part of the County Service Areas.
The advisory has been in effect since March 18.
The county is working to upgrade the treatment system and lift the requirement.
In the meantime, state funds will be made available to provide bottled drinking water to customers meeting certain income and residential requirements, according to the Public Works Department.
In February, E. Coli was found in the untreated water from the well that serves the water system.
That includes boiling water for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes and food preparation.
Customers who would like to be considered for the bottled water service should contact the Shasta County Department of Public Works, CSA Division at (530) 225-5571.
Boil water advisory in affect for multiple areas in West Columbia
by Thomas Lanahan, originally posted on August 2, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) – A boil water advisory has been issued for multiple areas in the City of West Columbia.
The city has experienced a water line break affecting water customers in the Pinedale Road area, the Hilldale Road area, the Rosedale Road area, the Springdale Road area, the Glendale Road area, the Lyndale Drive area, the Oakland Road area and the 2800 to 2900 blocks of Franklin Street.
Water customers in these areas are advised to boil their water for at least one minute before drinking or cooking until the water line is repaired and water service is restored.
The boil water advisory will remain in effect until lifted. Water customers can also check on updates to the advisory by visiting the city of West Columbia website.
Water customers may also contact customer service at City Hall between 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday at 803-791-1880.
Boil water advisory continues in Herkimer
Originally posted on August 01, 2016
HERKIMER — The entire village of Herkimer remains under a boil water advisory.
The advisory was put into effect after a water main break on Reservoir Road early Saturday afternoon.
The break has been repaired, according to village office staff, but samples must be tested and come back clear before the advisory can be lifted.
Repairs were made late Saturday and into the overnight hours, according to Water and Sewer Superintendent Scott Blais.
“Samples were taken and we’re hoping tomorrow they’ll come back with good news,” he said.
Valve failure leads to boil water advisory for section of Genesee County
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GENESEE COUNTY, MI – A section of western Genesee County is under a boil water advisory following a valve failure.
The valve failure took place Monday, Aug. 1 on the back up supply during work on the Winston water main installation, during which the Miller Road transmission line was closed off, according to a statement from Swartz Creek officials.
The issue led to a decrease or loss in pressure for Winchester Village, Winchester Wood, Swartz Creek Estates, and all customers west of Fairchild Street in the city, with residents in those areas advised to boil water.
Clayton Township also posted a statement on their municipal website, asking residents with public water that live south of Interstate 69 to boil water until further notice.
Restoration of water is expected by 5 p.m. and residents should let their water run for several minutes from the cold water tap after service is restored.
Laboratory test will be completed in the next 24-48 hours after restoration of service, with Swartz Creek officials offering their apologies for any inconvenience and asked for patience during the disruption.
Anyone with questions has been asked to contact the Swartz Creek city offices at 810-635-4464 or 911 after hours.
UPDATE: Boil water advisory for Clinton Water Association customers
By Nicole Porter, originally posted on August 01, 2016
MORGANTOWN, W. Va. (WDTV) — Due to a slip along Grafton Road, the Clinton Water Association turned off water from the intersection of Coburn Creek Road all the way to the Taylor County line.
Water service has been restored and customers should be noticing it, however, they are now under a boil water advisory until further notice.
Boil Water Advisory in Effect for Santa Rosa
Originally posted on August 2, 2016
SANTA ROSA – A boil water notice was put into effect in Santa Rosa.
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required it due to equipment failure at the Santa Rosa Water Treatment Plant.
Water for drinking, cooking and making ice should be boiled and cooled prior to use, to ensure the destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes.
Treatment plant officials will send out a notification to customers when the water is safe for consumption. Anyone with questions can contact Jesus Carillo at 636-1113.
Maud, TX, water boil advisory lifted
originally posted on August 2, 2016
MAUD, TX (KSLA) – A boil advisory instated Aug. 1 for some Bowie County, Texas, water customers has been lifted, a spokeswoman said Aug. 3.
The advisory for customers in Maud, Texas, was issued after a water main on Fanning Street broke Aug. 1.
Crews were working that afternoon to repair the line, which was noticed leaking around 4 p.m.
In order to make the repairs, the city’s overhead water tower had to be drained, thus shutting the water off to the more than 600 customers.
At the time, officials said they hoped to get the break fixed within 4 to 5 hours. Fire Chief John Nichols said once the water was turned back on, residents would have to boil their water for drinking.
“Just as soon as this leak is repaired, they will open up the valves and fill up the tank,” said Maud Texas Fire Chief John Nichols. “Like I said, we should have water for showering and cleaning and everything, just for drinking and eating purposes, it will have to be boiled.”
The chief said depending on sample results, the boil order could last one to three days after the water is turned on.
He also said neighboring cities were on standby to assist in case of a fire emergency.
Boil advisory issued for Meservey
By Ashley Miller, originally posted on August 1, 2016
MESERVEY | The city of Meservey is advising residents to boil water before drinking it or cooking with it.
Officials on Monday said the city’s water system experienced low pressure, causing the potential for bacteria to enter it.
Water should be boiled to kill potential bacteria and other organisms until testing indicates it is safe to drink.
Residents should let water boil for one minute, then cool it before using. They should use boiled or bottled water for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth and food preparation until further notice.
Tap water can be used for bathing and similar purposes.
The city says it will notify residents when water is safe to drink and the advisory is lifted.