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Hamilton university students told to boil water at their residence prior to consumption

Water has tested positive for total coliforms bacteria

December 13, 2023  By Ground Water Canada



Hamilton, Ont. – Students living at McMaster University’s new downtown residence are being told to boil their water before consumption and to use bleach when washing dishes. White, murky water has tested positive for total coliforms bacteria. In the meantime, students are being provided with bottled water. CBC News report | READ MORE

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