Boil water advisory in Carp
Posted Jun 30, 2016 07:12:10 AM.
Last Updated Jul 1, 2016 08:54:33 AM.
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OTTAWA – Ottawa Public Health has lifted the precautionary boil water advisory affecting users of the communal well water system in Carp. Water sample results indicate the water is safe for human consumption and other household purposes.
The advisory was issued due to a depressurization in the communal well system which can result in groundwater entering the underground water pipes. Once pressure was restored, the water distribution system was systematically flushed to rid the system of any possibly impaired water. Water samples were then taken to ensure the safety of the water supply.
Residents are advised to run the cold water tap for one minute upon first use. Residents affected by this precautionary boil water advisory do not need to get their water tested. Our water tests have confirmed that the water is safe to drink.
Additional information on what to do after a boil water advisory is lifted is available at OttawaPublicHealth.ca, by calling 3-1-1 or OPH at 613-580-6744 (TTY: 613-580-9656).
