Bracebridge officials say repairs to the Wharf Road water main are finished and now they are flushing the system and testing the water.

The Boil Water Advisory (BWA) remains in effect until they have testing results that meet the requirements of the Safe Drinking Water Act.

Investigations continue into the cause.

In the meantime, the Kirby’s Beach Water Treatment Plant at 1601 Beaumont Drive in Bracebridge continues to be available if residents require drinking water. Several locations in Gravenhurst are also available which can be found here.

*If you are accessing water taps or the water treatment plant, please ensure you follow COVID-19 safety protocols and maintain social distancing and wear a face-covering where necessary.

Residents may also temporarily get their drinking water from a source that is safe, or purchase bottled water in the short-term.

People impacted by the BWA and in need of support are encouraged to contact the District of Muskoka for emergency assistance at emergencyshelter@muskoka.on.ca or by calling 705-645-2412.

If you are experiencing discoloured water, this is normal during flushing. Crews have been working continuously to flush hydrants throughout Bracebridge as part of this emergency this week, this may result in temporary discoloured or cloudy water and/or air bubbles in the water.

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