Boil Water Advisory lifted for hamlet of Fort Chipewyan

Water Conservation Advisory remains in effect – conserve water at home

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has lifted the Boil Water Advisory for the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, confirming that tap water is safe to drink and meets Canadian Drinking Water Quality Guidelines.

Residences that were affected by the Boil Water Advisory should run their taps for 5-10 minutes to flush the lines. Appliances with waterline connections, such as refrigerator water and ice dispensers, should be drained, flushed, cleaned and disinfected.

For more information on steps to take after a Boil Water Advisory has been lifted, visit the Alberta Health website.

At this time, the Water Conservation Advisory remains in effect for users of the municipal water treatment plant.

Conserve water at home

The Water Conservation Advisory is still in place as the potable water reservoirs need time to be refilled after the flushing process. The less water used by the community at this time will help restore water levels and lift this advisory quicker.

Please only use tap water for essential needs.   

·       Take quick showers instead of baths  

·       Only run the washing machine with full loads to reduce laundry

·       Minimize dishwasher use and be mindful of water use while hand washing dishes

Do not fill jugs, bathtubs, or large containers with municipal water. This can quickly drain the reservoirs.

Bottled water pick-up has ended  

With tap water being safe to drink, bottled water pick-up is no longer available. 

Ongoing monitoring and testing 

The results of extensive multi-day testing have confirmed that there is safe, high-quality water being produced at the water treatment plant. Enhanced monitoring and testing will continue to ensure Canadian Drinking Water Quality Guidelines are being met. Test results are being shared with the community and are available on the RMWB website.

Boil Water and Water Conservation advisories were issued for the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan on October 30 after low water levels on Lake Athabasca and strong winds stirred up lake sediments and affected the treatment process at the Water Treatment plant.

Find Fort Chipewyan Water Treatment Plant updates and test results at rmwb.ca/waterupdate.  

More Resources

Cistern disinfection and cleaning: Cistern Disinfection and Cleaning | Alberta Health Services

• Residents with cisterns who wish to sample their water after disinfecting and cleaning the cistern are encouraged to refer to Testing Your Drinking Water for detailed guidance: Testing your drinking water in Alberta

For more information and questions, contact Pulse at rmwb.ca/pulse or by calling 780-743-7000 or toll-free 1-800-973-9663.