27-12-2024
Westland District Council advises residents connected to the Harihari township water supply that a Precautionary Boil Water notice is now in place due to equipment malfunction at the water treatment plant.
Council staff are working with contractors to resolve this issue as soon as possible. Further updates will be posted as information is received.
Options for boiling water include: in an electric jug where possible, or pots over a stove, campfire or barbecue. Boiling water in a jug will automatically destroy any bacteria and viruses. However, if you boil your water in a pot, boiling for at least 2 minutes will achieve the same effect.
Other methods for ensuring clean water is using bottled water when possible or adding 2 drops of household bleach per litre of water; stirring well and letting it stand 30 minutes before drinking.
If you keep boiled water covered in a fridge, then it should be safe for several weeks. To keep it tasting fresh, it's best to store it in glass or stainless steel.
See here for further information about boil water notices.