New Zealand: Officials issue boil water advisory for Brightwater in Tasman District, April 11

Event

The Tasman District Council has issued a boil water advisory for the Brightwater area, south of Nelson, as of April 11 due to increased water turbidity. Authorities claim the measure is temporary but have not provided details for when normal water processing will resume. 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.

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.

Resources

Tasman District Council