The Sud-Ouest borough issued a boil water advisory Saturday for residents living on a stretch of Biencourt and Drake streets.
The affected area includes:
- Drake Street between Maricourt and de Biencourt streets
- de Biencourt Street between Angers and Drake streets
No reason was given for the advisory, the alert only stating the measure was preventative.
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Under boil water notices, residents are normally asked to boil their tap water for one minute before consuming.
Boiled or bottled water can be used for the following:
- For drinking or preparing beverages
- For preparing baby food and baby bottles
- For washing and preparing food to be eaten raw (fruit, vegetables, etc.)
- For preparing food that doesn’t require long cooking (canned soup, dessert, etc.)
- For making ice cubes
- For brushing your teeth or rinsing your mouth
Unboiled water can be used for the following activities:
- Washing dishes in hot water, making sure that you dry them well.
- Washing clothing
- Taking a shower or a bath, ensuring that young children do not swallow any water
The borough said a second alert would be sent out to notify residents when the situation returned to normal.
It is possible to register for citizen alerts, via the City of Montreal website.