Alberta Health Services – Health Advisory- Boil Water Advisory Lifted within the MD of Smoky River

Alberta Health Services – Health Advisory

February 13, 2025

Boil Water Advisory lifted for areas within the M.D. of Smoky River

M.D. OF SMOKY RIVER – Alberta Health Services (AHS) has confirmed that satisfactory water quality has been restored for the following communities: Falher, Girouxville, Guy, Donnelly, Jean Cote, Smoky River Water Co-op Station, the Smoky River Water Co-op fill station, and any locations supplied by the above.

As water quality has been restored, the boil water advisory issued for these areas within the M.D. OF SMOKY RIVER has been lifted, effective immediately. 

All residents and businesses within these communities can return to normal water consumption practices; boiling is no longer required. Information about flushing lines following a boil water advisory and other information can be accessed online at https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Alberta/Pages/Boil-water-advisory-how-to-use-water-safely.aspx. 

Residents with health concerns can contact Health Link to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day, seven days a week, toll-free at 811. 

Alberta Health Services provides a range of healthcare services for more than four million adults and children living in Alberta. Our mission is to provide excellent, patient-focused healthcare that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans. Our current focus is on reducing emergency department wait times, improving EMS response times, increasing access to surgeries, and improving patient flow.

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For media inquiries, contact:
Lisa Laferriere

AHS Communications

780-296-2558