Boil water advisory for users of Oxford South Municipal Water Suppl
According to Southwestern Public Health, the advisory is for Norwich, Otterville and Springford.
Medical Officer of Health Dr. Ninh Tran has been notified that water sample results may indicate the presence of bacteria in the water
It is recommended that all affected residents bring water to a rolling boil for at least one full minute before using it for:
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