Water Shut Down and Precautionary Boil Water Advisory – Happy Valley

Public Service Announcement

Water Shut Down and Precautionary Boil Water Advisory – Happy Valley

June 12, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

 

Please be advised of a water shut down Sunday, June 12, 2022 from approximately 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. to repair a broken valve.

Location of water interruption: Happy Valley

The City of Iqaluit is issuing a precautionary boil water advisory for all residents, with the exception to those who are on trucked water services.

During a precautionary boil water advisory, the City recommends that all water for consumption is brought to a rolling boil for a minimum of one full minute.

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

• drinking;
• preparing infant formulas;
• preparing juices and ice cubes;
• washing fruits and vegetables;
• cooking; or
• 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

The City of Iqaluit will release a Public Service Announcement when the precautionary boil water advisory is lifted.

 

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For additional information, please contact:

Sue Avery

Public Works Clerk

City of Iqaluit

867-979-5630 | s.avery@iqaluit.ca

To report an urgent water issue (city water main leak or no water pressure) after hours contact: City Dispatch 867-979-5650