Those in flood-prone areas asked to take precautions

To The Haldimand Press

HALDIMAND—With flood-like conditions in areas along the Lake Erie shoreline, the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) and Norfolk County Building Department are offering tips to help protect drinking water quality and to keep residents safe.

Drinking water: If you believe your well or cistern has been affected by flood waters, you should have your water tested for bacteria before resuming normal use. Contaminated water should not be used for drinking, food preparation, washing dishes, brushing teeth, or making ice or baby formula.

The Health Unit provides free water testing. Water sample bottles can be picked up at any Health Unit office or the Langton Administration Building. Samples can be dropped back off at these locations from Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Public Health Inspectors are available to discuss options with those who receive adverse test results: 519-426-6170 or 905-318-6623, extension 3333.