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N.B. town shuts down one of its wells after testing positive for bacteria, turbidity

Test results prompted Sussex to issue boil-water advisory for one of its wards

August 31, 2023  By Ground Water Canada


Sussex, N.B. – One of the town’s wells has come into question after recent testing produced a positive reading for bacteria and turbidity. It prompted a boil-water advisory for Ward 2. The town will be investing in new testing equipment at a cost of about $60,000. The turbidity issue, however, could prove to be more costly. Penticton Herald report | READ MORE

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