A precautionary drinking water advisory was issued for Maple Creek on Tuesday afternoon. (650 CKOM file photo)

By CKOM News Staff

Drinking water advisory issued for Maple Creek

Nov 28, 2023 | 1:45 PM

A drinking water advisory was issued on Tuesday afternoon for the southwestern town of Maple Creek.

According to SaskAlert, the precautionary advisory affects the entire community and anyone who accesses the town’s water system.

“Boil water for at least one minute prior to use,” the alert read.

“This includes for drinking purposes, washing of fruits and vegetables and brushing teeth. Do not drink from any public drinking fountains supplied with water from the public water supply. Use an alternative water source known to be safe.”

The alert didn’t indicate why the advisory was issued.

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Updates will be issued if the situation should change, the alert message noted.

In August, similar advisories were issued for the area around Alsask and in Douglas Provincial Park.