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Sachs Harbour Faces Water Woes: Boil Advisory Issued
10 Feb
Summary
- A boil water advisory is in effect for Sachs Harbour residents.
- Frozen intake and truck-fill pipes at the treatment plant caused the issue.
- Manual chlorination is being used as a temporary measure.
The community of Sachs Harbour in the Northwest Territories has issued a boil water advisory for all its residents. This precautionary measure is a direct result of frozen intake and truck-fill pipes at the local water treatment plant, preventing the facility from drawing and treating water effectively.
As an interim solution, manual chlorination is being performed. Residents are strictly instructed to boil all water intended for consumption for a minimum of one minute. This directive covers drinking water, food preparation, hot and cold beverages, ice cubes, washing produce, and dental hygiene. The advisory also prohibits drinking from public fountains.
Authorities are actively working to resolve the problem with the treatment plant's infrastructure. The public will be notified once the advisory has been lifted and water is safe for normal consumption. No illnesses related to the drinking water have been reported.
