Advisory for Sanikiluaq, Nunavut

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Sanikiluaq

Type: Boil Water  -  Inactive

Issued: 11/4/2016

Details:

All residents of Sanikiluaq must boil their water before consumption until further notice.


This is a precautionary measure based on unacceptable levels of total coliform bacteria in the water system. 

The Department of Health is working with the Department of Community and Government Services 
to investigate this matter, and additional water tests are being done.

During a boil water advisory, all water for consumption must be brought to a rolling boil for a minimum of one full minute.


It is essential that all water be boiled for the following uses:


drinking

preparing infant formulas

preparing juices and ice cubes

washing fruits and vegetables

cooking

brushing of teeth

Water can be boiled either in a pot or kettle on a stove, or in an electric kettle without an automatic shut-off.