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S Issued by Sk Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency ⏳ In force until Tue 3 Nov, 01:42 📍 Precautionary Drinking Water Advisory is being issued for the Village of Medstead. (approximate) 🕑 3 h ago
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A Precautionary Drinking Water Advisory has been issued for the Village of Medstead. This advisory is for the entire community and for any individuals who may access water from the Village of Medstead water system. This advisory is in effect until further notice.

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📡 CAP alert details

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SeverityModerate
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UrgencyImmediate
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CertaintyObserved
EventDrinking Water
Response typePrepare
CategoryHealth
Affected areaPrecautionary Drinking Water Advisory is being issued for the Village of Medstead.
Issuing authoritySk Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency
ContactNot supplied

🕓 Alert timing · EAT

Sent2026-10-29T16:43:17-06:00
Effective2026-10-29T16:43:17-06:00
OnsetNot supplied
Expires2026-11-02T16:42:16-06:00

📋 Official instructions

BOIL WATER for at least 1 minute prior to use. This includes water for drinking purposes, washing fruits and vegetables, and brushing teeth. Do not drink from any public drinking fountains supplied with water from the public water supply. Use an alternative water source known to be safe. Monitor local radio stations and the SaskAlert app for official updates.

📄 Message details

Alert identifierF1128C0F-85AB-43CF-8133-0DE862602E34
Message typeAlert
SenderSkSaskatchewanPublicSafetyAgency
ScopePublic
CAP statusActual
Related messagesNot supplied
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🛡 Safety advice

General guidance for this type of incident - not official instructions.
  • BOIL WATER for at least 1 minute prior to use. This includes water for drinking purposes, washing fruits and vegetables, and brushing teeth. Do not drink from any public drinking fountains supplied with water from the public water supply. Use an alternative water source known to be safe. Monitor local radio stations and the SaskAlert app for official updates.
  • Stay aware of your surroundings in this area.
  • Follow official updates from the police and local authorities.
  • In an emergency call 112 (police) or 112 (ambulance), or request help through Jilinde.

📰 Story summary

From the report shown in the feed:
  • A Precautionary Drinking Water Advisory has been issued for the Village of Medstead.
  • This advisory is for the entire community and for any individuals who may access water from the Village of Medstead water system.
  • This advisory is in effect until further notice.
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