Boil Water Advisory Reminder for Whale Cove
Press Release
03 November 2023
The Department of Health is reminding all residents of Whale Cove to continue to boil their water before consumption until further notice.
During a boil water advisory, all water for consumption must be brought to a rolling boil
for a minimum of one full minute. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
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 an electric kettle without an automatic shut-off.
It is not necessary to boil water used for anything other than the above list.
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Media Contact
Pierre Essoh
Communications Specialist
Department of Health
867-975-5712
pessoh@gov.nu.ca
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