Boil Water Advisory in effect May 20th at 06:00am
Scheduled reservoir cleaning of the water system has the potential to introduce contaminants into the water supply of the Rossburn (Russell-Binscarth Regional) public water system (PWS 188.00). A precautionary boil water advisory is being issued beginning at 06:00 AM on May 20, 2026, to ensure the protection of public health.
PUBLIC NOTICE
BOIL WATER ADVISORY
FOR THE ROSSBURN (RUSSELL-BINSCARTH REGIONAL)
PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM
Issued by the Medical Officer of Health, Manitoba Health and the Office of Drinking Water, Manitoba Environment and Climate Change
May 20, 2026 Scheduled reservoir cleaning of the water system has the potential to introduce contaminants into the water supply of the Rossburn (Russell-Binscarth Regional) public water system (PWS 188.00). A precautionary boil water advisory is being issued beginning at 06:00 AM on May 20, 2026, to ensure the protection of public health.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Until further notice, all water used for consumption should be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute before it is used for: • Drinking and ice making • Preparing beverages, such as infant formulas • Preparing food, including washing fruits and vegetables • Brushing teeth It is not necessary to boil tap water used for other household purposes, such as laundry or washing dishes. Adults and older children that are able to avoid swallowing water can wash, bathe, or shower. Young children should be sponge bathed. If boiling is not practical, an alternate and safe supply of water should be used for consumptive purposes, i.e. bottled water. Boil Water Advisory Fact Sheet #1 - Boil Water Advisory For Manitoba Water System Users contains additional information on water use and can be found on the website below.
All commercial, public and permitted facilities (ex: restaurants, health care facilities, day cares, personal care homes and other private facilities that provide food and water services) must follow water use recommendations from the Boil Water Advisory Fact Sheet #3 – Boil Water Advisory For Commercial/Public Facilities.
A copy of this Fact Sheet is available on the website below. To avoid burn injuries from hot water, caution should be taken. Please keep young children away from boiling water. Place kettles and pots away from counter and stove edges. Please share this information with other people who use the tap water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (ex: renters, tenants, staff, or clients). This notice can also be posted in common areas where people tend to gather.
DURATION
The Boil Water Advisory will remain in effect until the water supplied by this water system no longer presents a risk to public health. You will be notified when the advisory has been rescinded. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the water system at 204-859-2779 or the Regional Drinking Water Officer at 204-621-7962, or Health Links at 204-788-8200 (toll free at 1-888-315-9257). To review Fact Sheets on water use, please go to www.manitoba.ca/drinkingwater or http://www.gov.mb.ca/health/publichealth/environmentalhealth/water.html