Another boil water advisory has been issued for the Wallace Regional Public water system.

A pump failure at the treatment plant has resulted in the inability to distribute water to the community.

Due to depressurization and the possibility ofcontaminants entering the water supply,

the safety of the water cannot be assured and aprecautionary boil water advisory has

been issued to the Wallace Regional Public Water System to ensure the protection of public health.

Water from the Rural Municipality of Wallace treatment plant and distribution piping system will be

available as of Wednesday afternoon, September 21, 2011 and should be boiled for one minute

until further notice.

 

Until further notice, all water should be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute before it is used for:

 

* Drinking and ice making

*Beverage preparation, such as infant formula

* Preparing food; including washing fruits and vegetables

* Brushing teeth

 

It is not necessary to boil tap water used for other household purposes, such as laundry or

washing dishes. Adults and older children that are able to avoid swallowing the water can wash,

bathe, or shower. Young children should be sponge bathed. If boiling is not feasible, an

alternate and safe supply of water should be used; like bottled water.

 

The Advisory will remain in effect until the water is safe for human consumption. You will be notified

when the advisory has been rescinded.