Press Release
21 June 2022
Public Health Advisory
Boil Water Advisory – Whale Cove
The Department of Health is issuing a boil water advisory for the residents of Whale Cove.
This is a precautionary measure due to the transition from the legacy water treatment plant to the temporary plant and the potential for bacteria to be present in the water.
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:
Water can be boiled either in a pot or kettle on a stove or an electric kettle without an automatic shut-off. The boil water advisory is only for the uses listed above.
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Media Contact:
Ajibola Oladimeji
Multi-Media Specialist
Department of Health
867-975-5712
aoladimeji@gov.nu.ca
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