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Boil Water Alert for Deloraine
A boil drinking water alert has been put in place for consumers in the whole township Deloraine.
TasWater is currently working to resolve water quality issues detected in the water system.
The area affected is the entire supply network of Deloraine with the boil water alert put in place following consultation with the Department of Health and Human Services.
Out of specification water in relation to turbidity has passed through the treatment process and as a precaution a boil water alert is in place.
Residents are advised to boil all water used for consumption and food preparation and cleaning of teeth.
Any salads prepared or food or fruit washed to be eaten uncooked in either the home or commercial premises earlier today should be discarded.
TasWater’s priority is the health and safety of the community and therefore this action has been taken as a precaution.
Information on the boil water alert is available on the TasWater website www.taswater.com.au or call 136992.
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