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December 18, 2019
Cherbourg Council issued a “boil water alert” on Tuesday following issues with the chlorine dosing at the town’s water treatment plant.
A Council alert said all tap water used for drinking for drinking should be boiled until further notice.
This is the second time this year that a “boil water alert” has been issued in Cherbourg; a similar warning was published in July.
“Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council is working closely with Queensland Health to resolve this situation,” the latest statement from the Council said.
“The boil water alert will stay in effect until Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council and Queensland Health are confident there is no longer a public health concern.
“Regular updates will be provided to the community.
“Consuming unboiled drinking water could lead to illness, especially for vulnerable people (eg. those who are very young, elderly or immune-compromised).
“If you are concerned about your health, contact 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84), your local doctor or local hospital.
“Residents should bring water to the boil and then allow it to cool before using it. Boiled water can be stored in a clean, closed container for later use.”
Residents have been advised to boil ALL water used for:
- Drinking
- Brushing teeth
- Washing and preparing food or drinks
- Preparing baby formula
- Making ice, or
- Bathing infants
Unboiled water can be used for
- Flushing toilets
- Showers and baths (although babies and toddlers should be sponge-bathed)
- Washing dishes (if allowed to dry completely before using again), and
- Washing clothes
“Council is working hard to identify and fix the problem as soon as possible and is sorry for the inconvenience,” the statement concluded.
“Please share this advice with your neighbours and friends.”
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