News Release

For Immediate Release
December 23, 2005

Boil Water Advisory for the Town of Walkerton

Walkerton – Be advised that as of 8:15 a.m. December 23, 2005 the Grey Bruce Health Unit issued a Boil Water Advisory for the Town of Walkerton (Municipality of Brockton).  The advisory is in response to a major water main break resulting in low or no water pressure in the treated water distribution system.  The Grey Bruce Health Unit cannot guarantee the water system is safe and secure.

The water is not safe for use in the preparation of food or drink unless treated by boiling.  It should NOT be used for drinking, making infant formula and juices, adding to prepared foods, making ice, or washing fruits and vegetables.  It should not be used for brushing teeth.  For these purposes boiled water or bottled water should be used.  If boiled, the water should be brought to a rapid rolling boil and maintained at a boil for 1 minute. 

The Boil Water Advisory will remain in effect until water samples taken by the Public Health Unit indicate that the drinking water is safe.  The Municipality of Brockton will work closely with the Public Health Unit and the Ministry of the Environment to lift the Boil Water Advisory as soon as possible.

For more information, residents, businesses and visitors can contact the municipal office at (519) 881-2223, or the Public Health Unit at (519) 376-9420 or 1-800-263 3456.  For further information, visit the following web page - “How to use water safely during a ‘boil water advisory’”.

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For more information: 

Lou D’Alessandro

Safe Water Program Manager

Grey Bruce Health Unit

Owen Sound Office

(519) 376-9420 ext. 223