A Boil Water Notice has been issued for Allandale Rural Water Scheme effective immediately.
This means that all residents connected to the Allandale Rural Water Scheme are advised to boil their drinking water until further notice.
What you need to do
- Boil all water for used for drinking, preparing food, making baby formula and juices, cooking, making ice, washing fruits and vegetables, or brushing teeth.
- Bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 minute, then allow to cool before using.
- Alternatively, use bottled water.
- Unboiled water can still be used for showering, bathing, and other household uses, but avoid swallowing the water.
- Supervise children when using water.
Why this is necessary
The boil water notice is required because recent rainfall has meant that turbidity levels in the water are high. Turbidity is the term used to describe the cloudy appearance which is caused by particles of silt, soil and vegetation suspended in the water.
When turbidity levels are high the suspended particles can make chlorination less effective at making the water safe.
How long will this last?
The notice will remain in place until water testing shows that turbidity levels have returned to normal and the supply is safe again. Updates will be provided through:
- Mackenzie District Council’s Website
- Updates to the post on Council's facebook page.
More Information
If you have questions, please contact council on 0800 685 8514 or email us at info@mackenzie.govt.nz
We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation.