Temporary Boil Water Advisory – All of Iqaluit

Public Service Announcement
Temporary Boil Water Advisory – All of Iqaluit
May 6, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

Please be advised that due to a mechanical failure, the City of Iqaluit is issuing a temporary boil water advisory for all residents.

During a boil water advisory, all water for consumption must be brought to a rolling boil for a minimum of one full minute.

It is essential 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.

It is not necessary to boil water used for anything other than the above list.

The City of Iqaluit will release a Public Service Announcement when the 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