Abbotsford issues boil water notice due to E. coli contamination in Clearbrook Waterworks District

Residents in Abbotsford's Clearbrook Waterworks District are under a boil water notice due to E. coli contamination found in the water supply. The notice was issued after testing on Thursday revealed the presence of the bacteria. Residents must boil their water for one minute before using it for drinking, cooking, or hygiene. The notice does not affect those receiving water from the Abbotsford/Mission Water and Sewer Commission. Clearbrook Waterworks is working with the Fraser Health Authority to address the issue. They are disinfecting the reservoir and conducting tests to assess the contamination. The district plans to flush the system with chlorinated water, which may affect taste and odor.