Problems continue following major Gatineau water main break

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Residents in a number of Gatineau sectors are asked to reduce water usage following a major water main break on Rue Saint-Louis Friday.

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In a news release Saturday, the city urged residents to reduce consumption in Gatineau, Hull and Aylmer sectors.

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Authorities warned “reduced water pressure and/or brief service interruptions may be experienced” in the areas.

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Residents are encouraged to limit laundry, dishwasher use, watering lawns, washing vehicles and filling pools until further notice.

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Meanwhile, Friday’s boil-water advisory affecting an estimated 45,000 residents remains in effect.

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Residents should boil drinking water for one minute before consuming it, until the advisory is lifted.

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Once the advisory is lifted, residents should open all cold-water taps and let the water run for one minute, or until it becomes cold, before using it.

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