In addition to the current water conservation directive issued on July 28, the Municipality of Inverness County is issuing a Boil Water Advisory for all users of the Mabou water system.

The water system is currently experiencing high turbidity, meaning the water has a slight discolouration.  Staff are working to resolve the issue.

As a precaution, residents are advised to boil their water before using it for drinking or food preparation.

The length of the Boil Water Advisory is unknown; however Public Works is working to fix the problem as quickly as possible.

Effective July 29, 2026, at 9 p.m. all Mabou water system users should:

• Bring tap water to a rolling boil for at least one minute before use.
• Let the water cool before using it for:
  • Drinking
  • Making ice
  • Brushing teeth
  • Washing dishes
  • Preparing food and drinks, including infant formula
  • Providing to pets

Given the current water discolouration, residents are recommended to refrain from washing light coloured laundry at this time.

To learn more, check out the full news release here: Boil Water Advisory Issued for Mabou Water System | Municipality of the County of Inverness .