Water Shut Down and Precautionary Boil Water Advisory – 1307, 961, 959, 957, 922, 923, 927, 918, 903, 902, 901, 900

January 21, 2023

Public Service Announcement

Water Shut Down and Precautionary Boil Water Advisory – 1307, 961, 959, 957, 922, 923, 927, 918, 903, 902, 901, 900

January 21, 2023 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

 

Please be advised of a water shut down on Saturday, January 21, 2023 from approximately 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to allow for necessary water infrastructure work.

Location of water interruption: 1307, 961, 959, 957, 922, 923, 927, 918, 903, 902, 901, 900

The City of Iqaluit is issuing a precautionary boil water advisory for the above addresses.

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.

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

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