17 Mar 2021 | 04:21 AM UTC
New Zealand: Boil water advisory in effect for Carterton, North Island, as of March 17
Boil water advisory in effect for Carterton, New Zealand, as of March 17 due to E. coli concerns.
Event
The Carterton District Council has issued a boil water advisory for Carterton town as of March 17, after detecting low levels of E. coli bacteria. Authorities previously issued a boil water advisory March 12-15 due to similar concerns. Officials have warned residents to boil water from taps for at least two minutes before consuming and issued a notice to businesses to cease using tap water for operations. The advisory is in effect until further notice.
Carterton is approximately 70 km (43 miles) northeast of Wellington.
Advice
Boil water for at least two minutes and allow it to cool prior to consumption. Follow these instructions for all water uses, including drinking, cooking, personal hygiene, and preparing food. Consider stocking up on bottled water supplies.
