A boil water advisory was issued for the southern Alberta community of Milk River on Tuesday.
Alberta Health Services (AHS) says the advisory is a precautionary measure due to an issue with the town’s water system.
All residents and businesses are being encouraged to bring water to a rolling boil for at least one minute prior to drinking, brushing teeth or cleaning raw foods.
Get weekly health news
Receive the latest medical news and health information delivered to you every Sunday.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.
Water for bathing or laundry does not need to be boiled.
“The Town of Milk River is taking corrective action to address this matter and restore appropriate water supply,” AHS said in a news release Tuesday.
- Family fighting to bring B.C. senior home after she fell into a coma in China
- Albertan in perpetual pain amid diagnosis delays demands change: ‘Just want my life back’
- 33% of Canadian women wait more than 2 years for menopause care: survey
- City of Calgary reaches major milestone in repairs to Bearspaw feeder main
“The advisory will remain in place until such time that water is restored and water quality assured.”
Milk River is located about 86 kilometres southeast of Lethbridge.
Comments
Want to discuss? Please read our Commenting Policy first.