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Charlottetown Water Advisory Issued
11 Feb
Summary
- Charlottetown warns residents not to drink discolored water.
- Maintenance work caused excess sediment, leading to murky taps.
- Schools are providing bottled water and shutting off drinking fountains.
Charlottetown has issued a warning to residents regarding discolored tap water. This issue arose on February 10th following maintenance work on the city's water system, which resulted in excess sediment. Residents are strongly advised not to consume any water that appears discolored. The city recommends flushing cold water through faucets for five minutes until it runs clear. If the water does not clear, residents should wait an hour and try again.
Schools within the Charlottetown area are implementing measures to ensure student safety. The Public Schools Branch has informed parents that tap water will not be used for drinking until the situation is resolved. Drinking fountains in affected schools have been turned off or marked, and bottled water is being supplied. The city is actively working on a solution and is updating residents via social media.
