Eketāhuna boil water notice extended
Eketāhuna Water Supply, 10 December 2021
The precautionary Boil Water Notice for Eketāhuna will be extended until at least 10am Monday morning. This is due to further forecast heavy rain and the NZ Drinking Water Standards requirement to have clear water tests over 3 consecutive once turbidity levels have reduced.
Staff are continuing to monitor the situation and we thank everyone for their understanding.
A further update will be provided Monday, 13 December 2021.
Precautionary Boil Water Notice
Eketāhuna Water Supply, 1:00pm Wednesday, 8 December 2021
Until notified, Eketāhuna residents are advised to boil water before using it for:
- drinking (including making of sachet juice/drinks);
- making ice;
- food preparation;
- brushing teeth; and
- preparing infant/toddler formula.
Electric jugs with a cut-off switch can be used as long as they are full – allow the water to come to the boil and wait for it to switch off (do not hold the switch down to increase the boiling time). Water can also be placed in a clean metal pan and brought to a rolling boil for one minute. Boiled water should be covered and allowed to cool in the same container.
People with severely compromised immune systems, infants, pregnant women, and some elderly may be at increased risk. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. If you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor or Healthline 0800 611 116.
If you have other houses or tenants on your property please advise them of the contents of this notice.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Tararua District Council directly on:
06 374 4080 or 06 376 0110