29 Nov 2021 | 04:27 AM UTC
New Zealand: Officials maintaining boil water advisory for the Downlands and Te Moana areas of Timaru District as of Nov. 29
Boil water advisory in effect for parts of Timaru District, New Zealand, as of Nov. 29. Minor business disruptions possible.
Event
The Timaru District Council has issued a boil water advisory for parts of Downlands and Te Moana as of Nov. 29 due to increased silt in the water supply. The notice impacts the Taiko/Sutherlands, Waitohi, Waimate, Te Moana, and Geraldine Downs zones, with some exceptions. Officials have warned residents to boil water from taps for at least one minute before consumption. The government has not provided a time frame for the advisory.
Timaru District is about 125 km (77 miles) southwest of Christchurch.
Advice
Boil water for at least one minute 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.
