Alberta Emergency Alert - BOIL WATER ADVISORY Updated

Advisory: Water Quality (Updated Jul 30, 2021 at 08:05 PM)

Advisory: Water Quality

Updated Jul 30, 2021 at 08:05 PM

Source: Town of Canmore

Issued: Jul 30, 2021 at 08:05 PM

Description: Alberta Emergency Alert - BOIL WATER ADVISORY Updated

There is a boil water advisory in place for the Town of Canmore.

High levels of turbidity have appeared in the treated water supply in areas of Canmore. As such, EPCOR and Alberta Health Services are advising ALL residents and businesses within the Town of Canmore to boil their tap water before consuming it. Visit canmore.ca/boilwateradvisory for more information. The Town of Canmore and EPCOR have mobilized mobile potable water units to provide safe drinking water The units will be available at select areas of Canmore until the advisory is lifted. Please be advised that until the boil water order is lifted you may temporarily experience little to no water pressure as we work to flush and test the system to restore regular water service. Residents may see water flowing from hydrants as we continue to flush and test the distribution system.

Action to take:

  • Boil your water for at least one minute at a full boil before drinking or using the water for any kind of internal consumption.

Additional information:

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