Boil Water Advisory – Rankin Inlet
Press Release
January 28, 2025
The Department of Health is advising all residents of Rankin Inlet to boil their water before consumption until further notice. This is a safety measure due to a mechanical issue at the water treatment plant.
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. The boil water advisory is only for the uses listed above.
The Department of Health will notify the community when the boil water advisory is lifted.
Document(s):
2025-01_PHA__HEA__Boil_water_advisory_____Rankin_Inlet_-_ENG–r-69053–r-69053–r-69053.docx
Contact
Pierre Essoh
Communications Specialist
Department of Health
867-975-5712
heacommunications@gov.nu.ca
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