NEWS RELEASE
TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGWATER
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SPRINGWATER TWP. – The Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) has directed the Township of Springwater to take precaution on Thursday, July 30, 2020 due to an adverse water quality sample for the Phelpston Water System.
Township of Springwater boil water advisoryThe Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) is hand-delivering notices to impacted residents. Residents are encouraged to communicate with neighbours and check on any isolated or vulnerable individuals.
The water has been retested and results will be made available as soon as possible. The advisory will remain in place until the test results indicate that the water is safe for consumption. Notices will be hand-delivered when the precautionary boil water advisory has ended. Notification will also be released through the Township's municipal website and social media @springwatertwp.
When a boil water advisory is issued, it is important that you and your family properly boil or treat all the water in your home. Only boiled, treated water or an alternate water source (i.e. bottled water) should be used for drinking, preparing food, making beverages or ice cubes, washing foods, or brushing your teeth. Pets can get some of the same illnesses as people so they should be given bottled water or boiled water that has been cooled.
To boil water:
1. Fill a pot with water.
2. Heat the water until bubbles come from the bottom of the pot to the top.
3. Once the water reaches a rolling boil, let it boil for one minute.
4. Turn off the heat source and let the water cool.
5. Pour the water into a clean container with a cover for storage.
For questions or concerns, please contact OCWA at 705-429-2525 or 1-866-775-7712.
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