Water Update – 496 498 500 1669 1670 1671 1673

Public Service Announcement
Water Update – 496 498 500 1669 1670 1671 1673
March 14, 2023 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The brief water interruption on 496 498 500 1669 1670 1671 1673 has now been resolved.

496 498 500 1669 1670 1671 and 1673 remain under a precautionary boil water advisory.

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