This news release was published on November 12, 2015. The information in this news release may be out of date and some links may be broken.
Ville de Gatineau
News release
Water consumption ban in the buckingham sector
Gatineau, November 12, 2015. – Gatineau has issued an advisory against the consumption of municipal tap water for part of the Buckingham sector (the affected perimeter is indicated on the attached map). This ban is affecting approximately 400 residences.
Gatineau will be distributing bottled water at the centre aquatique Lucien-Houle (580A rue Maclaren Est).
Municipal crews are taking the necessary steps.
Quick facts
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A contaminated substance has infiltrated the system, hence the reason for this advisory.
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As of right now, there is a ban on the consumption of municipal tap water for all residents in the affected perimeter.
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The advisory remains in effect until further notice.
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Municipal tap water is not to be used for cooking, brushing teeth or washing dishes.
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Under the circumstances, there is nothing to be gained by boiling the water.
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Gatineau will inform the public as soon as the advisory is lifted.
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Residents can check the municipal Web site for updates.
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Gatineau will be distributing bottled water at the centre aquatique Lucien-Houle (580A rue Maclaren Est). - This distribution will begin as soon as possible (check the municipal Web site for details).
Recognized for its quality of life, Gatineau is a city of 298,000 inhabitants. It is located on the north shore of the Ottawa River, and extends east and west of the Gatineau River.
